Opelika, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
31,944 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,763 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$213,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$421 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$768 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
6
Auburn-Opelika Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
6
Auburn-Opelika Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 44
Feb 5 0 48
Mar 6 0 54
Apr 4 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 4 0 54
Dec 5 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, AL State Senate District 27, AL State House District 37, AL
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Schools

Northside School
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Opelika Middle School
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Opelika High School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Auburn University
8 miles, W • 2.8 star
Point University
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Tuskegee University
25 miles, W • 1.4 star
Columbus Technical College
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

East Alabama Medical Center and Snf
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Lake Martin Community Hospital
24 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
24 miles, SE • 5 star
Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
28 miles, SE • 1 star
Dothan Regional Airport
93 miles, SW • 1 star
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