Houston County is a county located in the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 88,787 people, with a population density of about 153.08 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 580.00 square miles (1,502.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Dothan, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Dothan.
Geographically, Houston County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Cowarts 347 ft and its lowest point at Taylor 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.