Home project costs in Dothan, AL
Every project we cover, priced for the Dothan metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Dothan area is 83.8 against 100 for the US, which puts Dothan 299th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 96.4. BLS counts roughly 60,720 jobs here.
In Dothan, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are attic insulation (−5%), kitchen remodel (−8%) and window replacement (−9%); the biggest discounts are chain-link fence (−20%), laminate flooring (−20%) and concrete driveway (−19%). The spread comes from which trades each job uses: a labor-heavy job follows local wages, while a materials-heavy job follows the goods index.
Weather: the nearest NOAA station (Dothan Rgnl Ap, 7 miles away) shows a January average low of 40°F, a July average high of 93°F and 54 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are February through May and September through December; for exterior installation, they are September through May.
What local trades earn in Dothan
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $12.40 | $15.39 | $18.76 | $22.66 | 0.68 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $17.19 | $20.58 | $23.52 | $29.12 | 0.71 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $18.22 | $22.66 | $26.45 | $28.78 | 0.79 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $20.02 | $23.59 | $28.37 | $30.67 | 0.77 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $16.83 | $21.06 | $24.97 | $27.41 | 0.77 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $20.51 | $22.90 | $28.93 | $30.38 | 0.75 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.65 | n/a |
Concrete & paving in Dothan
The 7 jobs here average −16% versus the US in Dothan, from −19% (concrete driveway) to −12% (asphalt driveway).
| Project | Size | Dothan range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Dothan | 400 sq ft | $2,100 – $4,500 | −14% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Dothan | 600 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,350 | −19% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Dothan | 600 sq ft | $2,700 – $6,450 | −12% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Dothan | 1,000 sq ft | $2,100 – $8,650 | −15% |
| Paver patio cost in Dothan | 300 sq ft | $2,500 – $4,500 | −17% |
| Concrete patio cost in Dothan | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,300 | −16% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Dothan | 400 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,750 | −15% |
Decks & outdoor in Dothan
The 2 jobs here average −17% versus the US in Dothan, from −19% (composite deck) to −15% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Dothan range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Dothan | 300 sq ft | $6,400 – $12,900 | −15% |
| Composite deck cost in Dothan | 300 sq ft | $9,700 – $19,500 | −19% |
Building & additions in Dothan
Across these 2 projects, Dothan averages −17% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −15% and home addition lowest at −18%.
| Project | Size | Dothan range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Dothan | 576 sq ft | $24,500 – $49,100 | −15% |
| Home addition cost in Dothan | 300 sq ft | $31,000 – $62,900 | −18% |
Doors & windows in Dothan
The 5 jobs here average −12% versus the US in Dothan, from −14% (patio door) to −9% (window replacement).
| Project | Size | Dothan range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Dothan | 1 door | $610 – $3,300 | −11% |
| Storm door cost in Dothan | 1 door | $300 – $830 | −13% |
| Front door cost in Dothan | 1 door | $410 – $2,300 | −10% |
| Window replacement cost in Dothan | 10 windows | $4,000 – $13,700 | −9% |
| Patio door cost in Dothan | 1 door | $530 – $5,100 | −14% |
Fencing in Dothan
The 4 jobs here average −15% versus the US in Dothan, from −20% (chain-link fence) to −10% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | Dothan range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Dothan | 150 linear ft | $2,500 – $6,550 | −15% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Dothan | 150 linear ft | $4,150 – $8,200 | −10% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Dothan | 150 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,800 | −20% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Dothan | 150 linear ft | $3,250 – $10,000 | −13% |
Roofing & exterior in Dothan
The 5 jobs here average −12% versus the US in Dothan, from −17% (vinyl siding) to −5% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Dothan range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Dothan | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,150 – $10,900 | −14% |
| Metal roof cost in Dothan | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,400 – $28,500 | −13% |
| Gutters cost in Dothan | 160 linear ft | $1,100 – $3,700 | −12% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Dothan | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,000 – $21,000 | −17% |
| Attic insulation cost in Dothan | 1,000 sq ft | $950 – $3,800 | −5% |
Kitchen & bath in Dothan
Across these 5 projects, Dothan averages −13% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −8% and kitchen cabinets lowest at −17%.
| Project | Size | Dothan range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Dothan | 25 linear ft | $3,750 – $11,500 | −17% |
| Shower pan cost in Dothan | 1 pan | $760 – $2,400 | −15% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Dothan | 120 sq ft | $17,000 – $28,900 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Dothan | 45 sq ft | $4,050 – $20,100 | −14% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Dothan | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | −11% |
Landscaping & drainage in Dothan
Across these 5 projects, Dothan averages −14% against national midpoints. Sod installation is highest at −11% and sprinkler system lowest at −15%.
| Project | Size | Dothan range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Dothan | 60 linear ft | $510 – $1,800 | −14% |
| Retaining wall cost in Dothan | 200 sq ft of wall face | $5,950 – $11,900 | −13% |
| Sod installation cost in Dothan | 1,500 sq ft | $1,350 – $2,900 | −11% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Dothan | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,400 – $8,450 | −15% |
| Inground pool cost in Dothan | 450 sq ft | $30,600 – $95,900 | −15% |
Flooring & interior in Dothan
The 3 jobs here average −15% versus the US in Dothan, from −20% (laminate flooring) to −11% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Dothan range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Dothan | 500 sq ft | $4,650 – $10,700 | −15% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Dothan | 500 sq ft | $1,500 – $5,650 | −20% |
| Tile flooring cost in Dothan | 200 sq ft | $1,950 – $9,100 | −11% |
Dothan against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Dothan prices −14% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 5 price higher and none lower. Albany is the lowest at −14% (85 miles) and Crestview the highest at −8% (70 miles). These are unweighted averages of the midpoints, a rough guide to overall price level rather than a number for any one job.
| Metro | Distance | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dothan, ALthis page | 83.8 | 96.4 | −14% | |
| Panama City, FL | 70 miles | 97.3 | 96.2 | −9% |
| Crestview, FL | 70 miles | 97.0 | 96.2 | −8% |
| Albany, GA | 85 miles | 87.7 | 96.3 | −14% |
| Auburn, AL | 85 miles | 87.9 | 96.4 | −12% |
| Columbus, GA | 90 miles | 89.3 | 96.3 | −12% |
| Tallahassee, FL | 95 miles | 93.9 | 96.2 | −11% |