1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Dothan, AL
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Dothan, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +34% lower than the citywide median of $1,207 and +43% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Dothan
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Dothan
Compare Dothan's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasper | $630 |
| 2 | Daleville | $680 |
| 3 | Enterprise | $680 |
| 4 | Jacksonville | $680 |
| 5 | Ozark | $680 |
| 6 | Cullman | $700 |
| 7 | Florence | $740 |
| 8 | Troy | $770 |
| 9 | Gadsden | $780 |
| 10 | Decatur | $785 |
| 11 | Dothan (this page) | $793 |
| 12 | Oxford | $800 |
| 13 | Millbrook | $830 |
| 14 | Wetumpka | $830 |
| 15 | Anniston | $840 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helena | $1,660 |
| 2 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,610 |
| 3 | Calera | $1,470 |
| 4 | Hoover | $1,455 |
| 5 | Madison | $1,450 |
| 6 | Pelham | $1,400 |
| 7 | Meridianville | $1,400 |
| 8 | Vestavia Hills | $1,380 |
| 9 | Trussville | $1,380 |
| 10 | Homewood | $1,380 |
| 11 | Chelsea | $1,350 |
| 12 | Pike Road | $1,300 |
| 13 | Alabaster | $1,280 |
| 14 | Spanish Fort | $1,260 |
| 15 | Moody | $1,250 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Dothan.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Dothan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daleville, AL | 21.3 mi | $680 | $-113 (-14%) |
| Ozark, AL | 22.2 mi | $680 | $-113 (-14%) |
| Enterprise, AL | 30.6 mi | $680 | $-113 (-14%) |
| Troy, AL | 58 mi | $770 | $-23 (-3%) |
| Lynn Haven, FL | 68.2 mi | $1,560 | +$767 (+97%) |
| Freeport, FL | 69.1 mi | $1,080 | +$287 (+36%) |
| Panama City, FL | 71.5 mi | $1,280 | +$487 (+61%) |
| Panama City Beach, FL | 72.9 mi | $1,563 | +$770 (+97%) |
| Callaway, FL | 73.1 mi | $1,207 | +$414 (+52%) |
| Inlet Beach, FL | 75.3 mi | $1,640 | +$847 (+107%) |
| Santa Rosa Beach, FL | 78 mi | $1,560 | +$767 (+97%) |
| Crestview, FL | 81.8 mi | $1,285 | +$492 (+62%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Dothan — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Dothan?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Dothan, Alabama is $793 per month. This is +34% below the citywide median of $1,207.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Dothan?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $31,720 ($2,643/month gross), which works out to roughly $15.25/hour at a full-time job.
Is Dothan expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Dothan's 1-bedroom median of $793 is +43% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 5th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Dothan rank for 1-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with 1-bedroom data, Dothan ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Dothan?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Daleville ($680), Ozark ($680), Enterprise ($680).