Dothan, AL vs Rosemead, 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
Rosemead
63.2
#1793 nationally
Rosemead leads in walk score (65 vs 22). Rosemead leads in crime level (9.7 vs 25.0). Dothan leads in cost of living index (91 vs 163).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dothan, AL | Rosemead, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.5 (#874) | 63.2 (#1793) |
| Population | 71,258 | 49,305 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $207,985 | $909,395 |
| Median Household Income | $53,704 | $70,073 |
| Average Commute | 21.1 min | 28.8 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 25.0 | 9.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 163 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+47.8 | D+32.9 |
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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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63.2 Score
Rosemead, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$909,395
Population
49,305
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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