Opelika, AL Overview

The seat of Lee County government also serves as the area's leading center of culture, recreation, healthcare, and education.  Brimming over with historic charm, Opelika proudly proclaims itself as a city "Rich in Heritage with a Vision for the Future."  Enjoying the highest elevation between Atlanta and New Orleans, the city features quaint Railroad Avenue and a collection of exquisitely restored historic homes as reminders of a rich and colorful past.  For one week each December, the entire city is transformed into a Currier and Ives wonderland of holiday images, drawing thousands of visitors to twinkling lights, costumed characters, singers, actors, and musicians.  Historic treasures include the downtown district, charming homes, the newly restored Depot, and the historic Pepperell Mill Village.  The 1,200-seat performing arts center, one of the nation's top ten public golf courses, great parks and extensive supervised programs, and lakefront recreation only scratch the surface of reasons why residents of Opelika would not consider any other home.

 

 

Municipal Offices

334-705-5150

www.opelika.org

 

Chamber of Commerce

334-745-4861

www.opelika.com

 

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000) 23%
Population Density (ppl / mile) 492.00
Household Size (ppl) 2.463
Households w/ Children 29%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover 0%
5+ Years in Residency 29%
Median Year in Residency 2.81

Housing Inventory

Opelika, AL Housing Inventory 7,281 1,399 4,394 7,281 1,399

Market Overview

18 listings with an estimated median price of $217,125

Price Count
$100K - 200K 5
$200K - 300K 9
$300K - 400K 3
$1M - Max 1
Property Type Count
Single Family 6
Lots and Land 12

(Data as of 4/20/2024)

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Opelika, AL Population Demographics

Total: 29,318

Households:11,675

Median Age: 37.43

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature (degrees F)

Opelika, AL Temperature

Weather Risk

Opelika, AL Weather Risk

Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Education Climate Index

Opelika, AL Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Opelika, AL Highest Education Level Attained 5,561 4,327 1,974 928 2,180 3,030 1,432 5,561 1,974 928 2,180

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Opelika, AL Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $40,656)

Opelika, AL Income by dollar range 1,346 891 722 844 769 563 641 466 458 852 1,158 1,262 648 430 413 120 49 42

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio
$543
One Bedroom
$600
Two Bedroom
$798
Three Bedroom
$1,075
Four Bedroom
$1,302

Smoking Ban

The Smoking Ban data indicates whether an area has a smoking ban in place for workplaces, restaurants or bars. This information represents that of the search area and may not reflect that of the whole County or State.

Workplaces
Yes
Restaurants
Yes
Bars
No

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average. The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 1.0, so a score of 2.0 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 0.50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Opelika, AL Crime

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