US ZIP Code
36301

Dothan, AL

Houston County  ·  Alabama

● Active
👥 38,627 Population ↑ 3% since 2019
💰 $49,124 Median HH Income
▼ 36% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019
🎂 39.3 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $156,100 Median Home Value
▼ 44% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019
🎓 31.1% College Grads
▼ 20% below avg
📊 4.8% Unemployment
≈ Avg ↓ 29% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code36301
CityDothan
StateAlabama (AL)
CountyHouston County
Area Code334
Elevation216 ft
Latitude31.140459
Longitude-85.409097
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS01069
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.5% (18,356) Female 52.5% (20,271) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 59.2%Hispanic: 5.3%Black: 31.2%Asian: 0.8%Other: 3.1%Race
White59.2%
Hispanic5.3%
Black31.2%
Asian0.8%
Other3.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
18%
18–24
7%
25–44
26%
45–64
25%
65+
8%

Key Indicators

Median Age39.3 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.46
Below Poverty21.6% ▲ 116% above avg
College Grads31.1% ▼ 20% below avg
Unemployment4.8% ≈ Avg
No HS Diploma373 (1.6%)
HS Graduate8,088 (34.1%)
Some College3,523 (14.8%)
Associates4,387 (18.5%)
Bachelors2,729 (11.5%)
Graduate Degree4,645 (19.6%)

Education

No HS: 1.6%HS Grad: 34.1%Some College: 14.8%Associates: 18.5%Bachelors: 11.5%Graduate: 19.6%Edu
No HS1.6%
HS Grad34.1%
Some College14.8%
Associates18.5%
Bachelors11.5%
Graduate19.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 58.3%Renter: 41.7%Tenure
Owner58.3%
Renter41.7%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
9%
$50k–100k
19%
$100k–150k
21%
$150k–200k
16%
$200k–300k
19%
$300k–500k
13%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$49,124 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019
Median Home Value$156,100 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$886/mo ↑ 20% since 2019
Total Units17,872
Vacant Units2,305
Avg HH Size2.46

Income Distribution

Under $25k
27%
$25k–50k
22%
$50k–75k
17%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
14%
$150k–200k
6%
Over $200k
4%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
94%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
33%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
15%
Over 45 min
10%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
11%
1960s–1970s
12%
1980s–1990s
16%
2000+
59%

Summary

Total Units17,872
Vacant2,305
Owner Occupied58.3%
Renter Occupied41.7%
Avg HH Size2.46
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 36301 is in Dothan, AL, in Houston County.
ZIP code 36301 is located in Alabama (AL).
ZIP code 36301 is in Houston County, AL.
ZIP 36301 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 36301 is 38,627 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 36301 is $49,124 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 36301 is $156,100 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 36301

ZIP code 36301 is located in Dothan, Alabama, within Houston County. With a population of 38,627, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.3 years. Economically, 36301 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,124 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 36301 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $156,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $886 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.3%) and renters (41.7%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.

The population of 36301 is majority White (59.19%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.6%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 36301 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.

Overall, ZIP code 36301 in Dothan, AL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 38,627 residents, a median household income of $49,124, and a median home value of $156,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.