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Elizabethtown, KY vs Opelika, AL

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Are people in Opelika older or younger than people in Elizabethtown?
- The Median Age in Opelika is 4.2 years older than in Elizabethtown.

Are housing costs cheaper in Opelika or Elizabethtown?
- Opelika housing costs are 12.2% more expensive than Elizabethtown housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Opelika or Elizabethtown?
- The average commute for residents of Opelika is 1.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Elizabethtown.

Things to do in Elizabethtown?
Elizabethtown, KY is actually two towns combined; A “city” side with modern amenities such as shopping malls and business establishments plus a rural “county” side filled with rolling hills and quaint farms offering a variety of fruits/vegetables depending on season!

Things to do in Opelika?
Opelika, AL is a small city with a rich cultural history situated on the banks of the Chattahoochee River in East Alabama. Home to Auburn University and Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine, Opelika has become known for its vibrant arts scene and historic downtown area.

 Elizabethtown, KYOpelika, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,810329,725,481
 Median Income$51,875  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$222,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.72  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Elizabethtown    8 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

The Dixie Highway is the main route between Elizabethtown and Fort Knox. Almost all of the shopping and service centers are located along this route. The problem is  More

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Over 15 years ago

I have lived in Elizabethtown, KY since returning from a 29 year tour of Europe. I am employed by Defense Department at Fort Knox. I'm not rich but I live well. To  More

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Over 15 years ago

cant find none !!! go 2 toolong.com moresureword.com   More

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Reviews for Opelika    1 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

Traffic is terrible...To many restaurants and banks..Nothing to do ..we need a theme park or somewhere to go and ride rides and enjoy family ..Cut out city  More

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