Dothan, AL has safety grade D, a population of about 68,608, an overall crime rate near 1,529 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Dothan, AL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Dothan, AL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Dothan, AL crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 6.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 8.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
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The area has very low safety standards with a D rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
With property crimes being more prevalent (53.6% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
The high crime volume of 1,049 incidents indicates this is an active urban area. The most common crime type is property crime.
Dothan demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID "16000US0121184," a detailed analysis reveals several key insights. The total count of reported crimes is 1,049. Property crime constitutes the largest category, with 562 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most prevalent (364 incidents), followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property (84 incidents), stolen property offenses (60 incidents), burglary/breaking & entering (38 incidents), and motor vehicle theft (16 incidents). Assault offenses represent a significant portion of the crime data, with 370 reported incidents. The "others" category accounts for 78 incidents, with fraud offenses being the most common (53 incidents), followed by counterfeiting/forgery (20 incidents), arson (3 incidents), and human trafficking (2 incidents). Robbery accounts for 16 incidents. Sex offenses are relatively low, with a total of 13 incidents, including sex offenses (8 incidents), sex offenses, non-forcible (3 incidents), and kidnapping/abduction (2 incidents). Homicide is the least frequent category, with 10 incidents, all classified as homicide offenses. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional data is needed, including the city and state associated with GEOID "16000US0121184," the population of that area, and the median income. With this information, we could calculate the crime rate per 100,000 population, which is a standard measure for comparing crime levels across different regions. Furthermore, a safety score and grade could be assigned based on the crime rates relative to national averages or other comparable areas. Violent and property crime rates could also be calculated separately to provide a more nuanced understanding of the types of crime that are most prevalent. Crime map data and zip code-level data would allow for a more granular analysis of crime patterns within the area.
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Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Dothan, AL.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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