Millbrae, CA 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.
Millbrae
62.1
#1874 nationally
Opelika
66.9
#1489 nationally
Opelika leads in cost of living index (92 vs 287). Millbrae leads in walk score (55 vs 18). Millbrae leads in crime level (5.6 vs 15.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Millbrae, CA | Opelika, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.1 (#1874) | 66.9 (#1489) |
| Population | 22,087 | 33,572 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $2,055,633 | $310,676 |
| Median Household Income | $146,649 | $55,218 |
| Average Commute | 28.7 min | 20.8 min |
| Walk Score | 55 | 18 |
| Crime Level | 5.6 | 15.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 287 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+50.3 | R+27.8 |
D-
62.1 Score
Millbrae, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$2,055,633
Population
22,087
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
55
Pacific
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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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