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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Myrtle Beach, SC vs Opelika, AL

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Are people in Opelika older or younger than people in Myrtle Beach?
- The Median Age in Opelika is 5.0 years younger than in Myrtle Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Opelika or Myrtle Beach?
- Opelika housing costs are 16.8% less expensive than Myrtle Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Opelika or Myrtle Beach?
- The average commute for residents of Opelika is 1.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Myrtle Beach.

Things to do in Myrtle Beach?
Myrtle Beach, SC is located along South Carolina’s Grand Strand boasting pristine beaches and some of the best golfing in the nation while still providing easy access to local amenities.

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.

 Myrtle Beach, SCOpelika, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,810329,725,481
 Median Income$45,701  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$299,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.47  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Myrtle Beach    56 Reviews
Gabe · Murrells Inlet, SC
Change isn't always good
Over 5 years ago

Coming from Massachusetts and New York state, I loved the weather, beach and change of lifestyle. Being an outgoing friendly person I met some nice people here along  More

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Samira · Wilmington, NC
Yes to The Carolinas But No to Myrtle
Over 6 years ago

We were looking for a new city, and Myrtle Beach had had enough press that we were curious to check it out. A 30something and 40something couple, both of us have  More

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Melissa · Myrtle Beach, SC
Pro's and Con's of living in Myrtle Beach
Over 7 years ago

If I could give 4.5 instead of 5 I would because Id like to see the traffic flow better with more red lights and see more money put in to landscaping the roadways and  More

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Reviews for Opelika    1 Reviews
Michelle · Opelika, AL
Life in Opelika
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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