Biloxi, MS vs Dothan, AL
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.
Biloxi
79.4
#121 nationally
Dothan
72.5
#874 nationally
Biloxi leads in crime level (3.5 vs 25.0). Biloxi leads in walk score (31 vs 22). Dothan leads in cost of living index (91 vs 95).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Biloxi, MS | Dothan, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.4 (#121) | 72.5 (#874) |
| Population | 48,235 | 71,258 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $237,901 | $207,985 |
| Median Household Income | $55,775 | $53,704 |
| Average Commute | 21.1 min | 21.1 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 3.5 | 25.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 91 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+28.9 | R+47.8 |
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79.4 Score
Biloxi, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$237,901
Population
48,235
Crime
Low
Walk Score
31
Southeast
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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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