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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Opelika, AL vs Oro Valley, AZ

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Are people in Oro Valley older or younger than people in Opelika?
- The Median Age in Oro Valley is 13.2 years older than in Opelika.

Are housing costs cheaper in Oro Valley or Opelika?
- Oro Valley housing costs are 90.9% more expensive than Opelika housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Oro Valley or Opelika?
- The average commute for residents of Oro Valley is 10.4 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 Oro Valley?
Oro Valley, Arizona is located near Tucson making it perfect for those who look for thrill in Natural Bridge State Park Combined with some shopping spree at The Foothills Mall.

 Opelika, ALOro Valley, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock46,515329,725,481
 Median Income$51,074  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock53.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$249,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.18  Unlock26.38
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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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Reviews for Oro Valley    5 Reviews
Abhd · Tucson, AZ
Oro Valley is so much less than advertised
Over 12 years ago

Some of these reviews are so inaccurate. Rentals for a 2-bedroom are closer to $1000/mo and up if you want to live in a safer neighborhood. People here are so intolerant  More

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John · Tucson, AZ
A dry heat
Over 15 years ago

I have lived here in Oro Valley for 3.8 years -love it here. however lack of cultural diversity, water and the 100+ heat each day for 3 months a year means that i am  More

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John · Middle Island, NY
Oro Valley, AZ - great place to live
Over 15 years ago

I am a retiree from New York. I moved to Tucson two years ago. Now we are about to buy a home in Oro Valley, just north of Tucson. I love this area. The mountains  More

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