Dover, DE 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.
Dover
64.9
#1664 nationally
Opelika
66.9
#1489 nationally
Dover leads in walk score (33 vs 18). Opelika leads in crime level (15.3 vs 27.7). Opelika leads in cost of living index (92 vs 101).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dover, DE | Opelika, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.9 (#1664) | 66.9 (#1489) |
| Population | 39,894 | 33,572 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $345,464 | $310,676 |
| Median Household Income | $54,438 | $55,218 |
| Average Commute | 22.8 min | 20.8 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 18 |
| Crime Level | 27.7 | 15.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.0 | R+27.8 |
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64.9 Score
Dover, DE
Small Delaware city with local appeal
Median Home
$345,464
Population
39,894
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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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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