2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Dothan, AL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Dothan, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $1,207 and +41% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,660.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasper | $790 |
| 2 | Daleville | $860 |
| 3 | Ozark | $860 |
| 4 | Enterprise | $870 |
| 5 | Jacksonville | $880 |
| 6 | Gadsden | $910 |
| 7 | Cullman | $920 |
| 8 | Lincoln | $949 |
| 9 | Decatur | $955 |
| 10 | Florence | $970 |
| 11 | Dothan (this page) | $980 |
| 12 | Millbrook | $990 |
| 13 | Wetumpka | $990 |
| 14 | Troy | $1,000 |
| 15 | Oxford | $1,020 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,870 |
| 2 | Helena | $1,840 |
| 3 | Madison | $1,687 |
| 4 | Calera | $1,640 |
| 5 | Meridianville | $1,630 |
| 6 | Hoover | $1,610 |
| 7 | Pelham | $1,550 |
| 8 | Pike Road | $1,540 |
| 9 | Vestavia Hills | $1,530 |
| 10 | Trussville | $1,530 |
| 11 | Homewood | $1,530 |
| 12 | Spanish Fort | $1,500 |
| 13 | Chelsea | $1,490 |
| 14 | Fairhope | $1,460 |
| 15 | Alabaster | $1,420 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Dothan.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Dothan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daleville, AL | 21.3 mi | $860 | $-120 (-12%) |
| Ozark, AL | 22.2 mi | $860 | $-120 (-12%) |
| Enterprise, AL | 30.6 mi | $870 | $-110 (-11%) |
| Troy, AL | 58 mi | $1,000 | +$20 (+2%) |
| Lynn Haven, FL | 68.2 mi | $1,820 | +$840 (+86%) |
| Freeport, FL | 69.1 mi | $1,200 | +$220 (+22%) |
| Panama City, FL | 71.5 mi | $1,503 | +$523 (+53%) |
| Panama City Beach, FL | 72.9 mi | $1,830 | +$850 (+87%) |
| Callaway, FL | 73.1 mi | $1,319 | +$339 (+35%) |
| Parker, FL | 75 mi | $1,224 | +$244 (+25%) |
| Inlet Beach, FL | 75.3 mi | $1,820 | +$840 (+86%) |
| Santa Rosa Beach, FL | 78 mi | $1,730 | +$750 (+77%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Dothan — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Dothan?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Dothan, Alabama is $980 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $1,207.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Dothan?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $39,200 ($3,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $18.85/hour at a full-time job.
Is Dothan expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Dothan's 2-bedroom median of $980 is +41% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,660. It ranks in the 5th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Dothan rank for 2-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 67 cities in Alabama with 2-bedroom data, Dothan ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Dothan?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Daleville ($860), Ozark ($860), Enterprise ($870).