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Opelika, AL vs Aiken, SC

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Are people in Aiken older or younger than people in Opelika?
- The Median Age in Aiken is 5.9 years older than in Opelika.

Are housing costs cheaper in Aiken or Opelika?
- Aiken housing costs are 13.9% less expensive than Opelika housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Aiken or Opelika?
- The average commute for residents of Aiken is 4.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Opelika.

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.

Things to do in Aiken?
Aiken SC seats southwest North Augusta well-known among tourists thanks to its variety of activities like horse riding, golfing at Woodside Plantation Country Club or exploring nearby Hitchcock Woods giving vacationers a chance relax in the nature’s beauty!

 Opelika, ALAiken, SCUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,516329,725,481
 Median Income$51,074  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock46.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$249,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.18  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Aiken    34 Reviews

I'm going on 3 years living in Aiken. Moving here not having any family or friends was difficult. I'm thankful for the people I have met who now feel like lifelong  More

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Aiken is a magical place. It is beautiful and historic, has all the amenities, and Hitchcock Woods is a treasure! I feel blessed to have lived in Aiken for 3 years. As a  More

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Aiken is a unique town to visit or live in. I've lived in Toronto, ON Canada, Lynchburg, VA and in Aiken. I am 24 years old and moved here from VA just over two years  More

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