Dothan, AL vs Lancaster, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Dothan
72.5
#874 nationally
Lancaster
61.5
#1905 nationally
Dothan leads in average commute (21.1 min vs 30.9 min). Dothan leads in cost of living index (91 vs 126). Lancaster leads in median household income ($71,367 vs $53,704).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dothan, AL | Lancaster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.5 (#874) | 61.5 (#1905) |
| Population | 71,258 | 166,236 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $207,985 | $465,459 |
| Median Household Income | $53,704 | $71,367 |
| Average Commute | 21.1 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 25.0 | 22.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+47.8 | D+32.9 |
C-
72.5 Score
Dothan, AL
Alabama community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$207,985
Population
71,258
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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D-
61.5 Score
Lancaster, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$465,459
Population
166,236
Crime
High
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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