Living in Houston County, Alabama

Houston County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 104,173, part of the Dothan, AL MSA metro area. The main communities are Dothan, Taylor, Ashford.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,553/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $180K. 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 63°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Houston County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.