Dothan, AL vs Stockton, 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
Stockton
62
#1882 nationally
Stockton leads in walk score (44 vs 22). Dothan leads in average commute (21.1 min vs 32.8 min). Dothan leads in cost of living index (91 vs 128).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dothan, AL | Stockton, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.5 (#874) | 62 (#1882) |
| Population | 71,258 | 319,543 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $207,985 | $429,229 |
| Median Household Income | $53,704 | $71,612 |
| Average Commute | 21.1 min | 32.8 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 25.0 | 31.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+47.8 | R+0.9 |
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-
62 Score
Stockton, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$429,229
Population
319,543
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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