Cornelius, NC vs Opelika, AL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Cornelius
71.7
#962 nationally
Opelika
66.9
#1489 nationally
Cornelius leads in crime level (2.8 vs 15.3). Cornelius leads in median household income ($107,969 vs $55,218). Cornelius leads in walk score (26 vs 18).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cornelius, NC | Opelika, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.7 (#962) | 66.9 (#1489) |
| Population | 33,139 | 33,572 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $528,679 | $310,676 |
| Median Household Income | $107,969 | $55,218 |
| Average Commute | 25.6 min | 20.8 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 18 |
| Crime Level | 2.8 | 15.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+27.8 |
C-
71.7 Score
Cornelius, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$528,679
Population
33,139
Crime
Low
Walk Score
26
Southeast
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D
66.9 Score
Opelika, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$310,676
Population
33,572
Crime
High
Walk Score
18
Southeast
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