Opelika, AL vs Worcester, 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
Worcester
66.6
#1530 nationally
Worcester leads in walk score (62 vs 18). Opelika leads in average commute (20.8 min vs 26.4 min). Opelika leads in cost of living index (92 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Opelika, AL | Worcester, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1489) | 66.6 (#1530) |
| Population | 33,572 | 206,518 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $310,676 | $441,802 |
| Median Household Income | $55,218 | $52,891 |
| Average Commute | 20.8 min | 26.4 min |
| Walk Score | 18 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 15.3 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+27.8 | D+10.0 |
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
66.6 Score
Worcester, MA
Heart of the Commonwealth
Median Home
$441,802
Population
206,518
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Northeast
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