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Fun Opelika, AL Activities User Rating 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) Opelika, AL is a beautiful city with plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature. There are several golf courses in the area for you to take advantage of if you want to enjoy a few rounds, along with walking trails that allow you to get a great workout while enjoying the natural scen ...Read More ery.

If you want to taste some delicious cocktails while you're in the city, John Emerald Distilling Company is the place to go. The location crafts seven spirits and features the first legal whiskey in Alabama.

When you want to learn more about the history of the state, the Museum of East Atlanta is a wonderful choice. You'll find lots of items in the museum that showcase the culture of Alabama and the innovation of the state's past and present residents. Angel's Antiques and Flea Mall is another great location you'll want to visit when you want to find unique items that are created by some of the most talented craftsmen in Alabama. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Opelika? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Miles Thomas Field
      Municipal Park
      Moore Stadium
      Railroad Avenue Historic District
      Bill Roberts Park
      Floral Park
      Geneva Street Historic District
      West Ridge Park

      Entertainment

      Art Haus
      AMC CLASSIC Tiger 13

      Food & Drink

      O Town Ice Cream
      Resting Pulse
      John Emerald Distilling Company
      Red Clay Brewing Company
      Sneak & Dawdle
      Eighth & Rail
      Subway
      McDonald's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Opelika? Of all people who commute, 0.0% take public transportation in Opelika.
      Drive to Work
      84%

      8% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A- Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Opelika? The cost of living in Opelika is 93/100 - which is 5% higher than Alabama.
      Opelika
      93

      7% less expensive than average

      Alabama
      88

      12% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Opelika? Opelika crime rates are 3,536, which are 68% higher than Alabama
      Total Crime
      3,536 per 100k people

      55% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 29  

      55% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -0%

      Year over year crime is down

      C- Employment

      What is the median income in Opelika? The median income in Opelika is $50,488 which is 13% higher than Alabama.
      Median household income
      $50,4889% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $26,96110% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      49% lower than the US average

      D- Health & Safety

      Is Opelika a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      East Alabama Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walmart Pharmacy
      Medical Arts Pharmacy

      Doctors

      A Housing

      What are Opelika home prices? Opelika home prices are $153,400 - which is 19% higher than Alabama
      Median home value
      $153,40017% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $75421% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      68%

      7% higher than the US average

      C- Schools

      Does Opelika have good schools? The Opelika graduation rate is 79% - which is equal to Alabama
      High school grad. rates
      79%

      4% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      49%

      3% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      16:1

      2% lower than the US average

      B- User Ratings

      Is Opelika a good place to live? Opelika has an overall rating of 70% from 1 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      70%

      1 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      n/a%

      0 total surveys

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