Dothan, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dothan Police Department serves the city of Dothan, AL in Dale, Houston County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,938 violent crimes and 7,656 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 300.1 per 100k residents, which is 182.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 281.9 per 100k, 72.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate300.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,938 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents47 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents184 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents177 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate61.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,963 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate281.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,656 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate39.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,377 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate234.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,667 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents565 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 300.1 | F | 8938 | 106.2 | +182.5% |
| Property Crime | 281.9 | F | 7656 | 163.6 | +72.3% |
| Homicide | 1.4 | F | 47 | 0.5 | +162.7% |
| Rape | 2.8 | B | 184 | 3.5 | -20.8% |
| Robbery | 4.2 | B | 177 | 5.8 | -27.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 61.7 | F | 1963 | 22.3 | +177.2% |
| Burglary | 39.3 | F | 1377 | 24.0 | +63.4% |
| Larceny | 234.2 | F | 5667 | 116.4 | +101.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.0 | A | 565 | 22.2 | -68.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinsey | 6 miles | A 43.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 85.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Taylor | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Napier Field | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Ashford | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Columbia | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |