Dothan, AL vs Seal Beach, 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
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Seal Beach leads in crime level (13.2 vs 25.0). Seal Beach leads in walk score (41 vs 22). Dothan leads in cost of living index (91 vs 149).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dothan, AL | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.5 (#874) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 71,258 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $207,985 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $53,704 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 21.1 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 25.0 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+47.8 | D+2.6 |
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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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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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