Living in Henry County, Alabama

Henry County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 17,221, part of the Dothan, AL MSA metro area. The main communities are Headland, Abbeville, Newville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,008/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $170K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 62°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Henry County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.