Market Intelligence Report — AL-020

Dothan, AL

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-AL-08
As of the latest 2026 data
Cooling

Median Listing

$280K
+0.0% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.34
-3.6% YoY

Active Inventory

571
+14.7% YoY

Median DOM

60 Days
+0.0% YoY

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The Dothan, AL market is currently experiencing a cooling phase, with demand absorption notably slowing relative to available supply. The pending ratio stands at 0.34, indicating that fewer than two out of five active listings are under contract, signaling a less active demand environment.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

Local economic trends can influence how quickly homes sell and how much competition sellers may face.

Job Market

3.6%+0.8 pp YoY

Unemployment rate · Jul 2026

Shows whether local employment conditions are supporting buyer demand.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Population & Migration

156,266+0.6% YoY

Resident population · Jan 2025

Shows whether the area is gaining or losing potential housing demand.

U.S. Census Bureau via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Future Housing Supply

Data not yet available.

Shows whether future inventory pressure may increase.

Market Analysis

What's moving the Dothan market right now.

Supply-side metrics indicate a significant increase in available properties, with active listings rising 14.7% year-over-year and new listings increasing by 28.3% over the past year. This expansion in inventory is occurring amidst a weakening demand signal, as evidenced by the year-over-year decline in the pending ratio. The median listing price remains relatively stable, showing no year-over-year change, despite a slight monthly dip.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$280K-2.4% MoM

Active Inventory

571+14.7% YoY

Days on Market

60+0.0% YoY

Sold Score™

43-3.6% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

43
Sep 23Aug 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Sep 23Aug 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Sep 23Apr 24Nov 24Jun 25Jan 26Aug 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

With a pending ratio of 0.34, the pace of transactions is moderate, and inventory is accumulating, which typically provides purchasers with more opportunity for price discovery. The notable increase in active listings and new listings suggests a market where sellers may need to exercise greater price discipline to attract offers, as buyers face reduced pressure to act quickly.

Luxury Segment

While the median listing price shows no year-over-year change, the average listing price increased by 5.0% over the past year, potentially indicating some strength at higher price points. However, the median $/sqft saw a slight decline of 0.3% year-over-year, and no specific luxury-segment softness is clearly indicated by these metrics alone. No distinct luxury-segment signal in this dataset.

Supply Dynamics

571 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 236 per month.

Pricing Pressure
20.5%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -0.1% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -0.3% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.34

Pending-to-active ratio — Cooling.

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Cooling

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Buyer Demand Index
34%
Median Days on Market
60 days
Inventory YoY
+15%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Dothan, AL
CBSA Code
20020
State
AL

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Dothan?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Dothan metro is classified as Cooling. Pending ratio is 0.34 with median days on market at 60.

  • Are home prices dropping in Dothan?+

    Median listing price is $280K, +0.0% year over year. 20.5% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Dothan?+

    The typical listing sits 60 days on market, a +0.0% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 236 per month.

  • What's happening in the Dothan luxury market?+

    While the median listing price shows no year-over-year change, the average listing price increased by 5.0% over the past year, potentially indicating some strength at higher price points. However, the median $/sqft saw a slight decline of 0.3% year-over-year, and no specific luxury-segment softness is clearly indicated by these metrics alone. No distinct luxury-segment signal in this dataset.

  • Where can I find a trusted Dothan real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Dothan agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 20020 · 36mo history