Opelika, AL vs Springfield, MA
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.
Opelika
66.9
#1489 nationally
Springfield
69.4
#1222 nationally
Springfield leads in walk score (58 vs 18). Opelika leads in crime level (15.3 vs 24.4). Opelika leads in cost of living index (92 vs 110).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Opelika, AL | Springfield, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1489) | 69.4 (#1222) |
| Population | 33,572 | 153,672 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $310,676 | $307,092 |
| Median Household Income | $55,218 | $47,677 |
| Average Commute | 20.8 min | 21 min |
| Walk Score | 18 | 58 |
| Crime Level | 15.3 | 24.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+27.8 | D+8.9 |
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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D+
69.4 Score
Springfield, MA
Mid-size Massachusetts city with community character
Median Home
$307,092
Population
153,672
Crime
High
Walk Score
58
Northeast
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