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Dothan, AL vs Cocoa Beach, FL

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Are people in Cocoa Beach older or younger than people in Dothan?
- The Median Age in Cocoa Beach is 17.9 years older than in Dothan.

Are housing costs cheaper in Cocoa Beach or Dothan?
- Cocoa Beach housing costs are 176.1% more expensive than Dothan housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Cocoa Beach or Dothan?
- The average commute for residents of Cocoa Beach is 6.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Dothan.

Things to do in Dothan?
Dothan, Alabama is a thriving city located in Houston County. Often referred to as the “Peanut Capital of the World”, it is home to the annual National Peanut Festival. Thanks to its warm climate and pleasant year-round temperatures, visitors can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and bird watching at places like Landmark Park and Abbeville Town Square. With museums, historical sites, upscale shopping outlets, and delicious restaurants, there is something for everyone in this charming Southern town.

Things to do in Cocoa Beach?
Cocoa Beach, Florida is a beach town located on the east coast of the Sunshine State. It is renowned for its white sand beaches and the iconic Cocoa Beach Pier, which stretches 800 feet into the ocean. Visitors to Cocoa Beach can take advantage of water sports such as surfing, paddleboarding, kayaking and even fishing. The city also has many restaurants, clubs and shops to explore as well as nature reserves where visitors can explore Florida's unique flora and fauna. With its sunny beaches, cultural attractions and lively nightlife, Cocoa Beach is an ideal destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

 Dothan, ALCocoa Beach, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock11,316329,725,481
 Median Income$49,203  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock57.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$181,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.1  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Dothan    25 Reviews

This is my 3rd (maybe 4th) year living in dothan, and it is AMAZING!! I hear people say "the traffic is horrible" but it really is not. sure the traffic sometimes is  More

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Over 4 years ago

I grew up here. I will sum it up like this: the best decision I ever made was to move away from Dothan 20 years ago and the worst decision I ever made was to move back  More

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Over 4 years ago

I grew up in this horrible nothing city living here until in my early thirties and I left 20 years ago. I hated this place everyday and was so glad I left, it was the  More

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Reviews for Cocoa Beach    3 Reviews

Cocoa beach is a great place to visit, closest beach to Disney. The people are very friendly. The schools are rated very well. I think the town needs a bit of  More

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Over 12 years ago

just want to say Cocoa Beach was a quiet little town when i was there. i did not hear of any major violent crime activity. you may want to take another look at the  More

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I dont know were you got this information on crime in Cocoa Beach. But I have lived here all my life and this is so not true. You might be confused with the City of  More

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