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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Salisbury, MD vs Opelika, AL

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Are people in Opelika older or younger than people in Salisbury?
- The Median Age in Opelika is 10.6 years older than in Salisbury.

Are housing costs cheaper in Opelika or Salisbury?
- Opelika housing costs are 12.6% more expensive than Salisbury housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Opelika or Salisbury?
- The average commute for residents of Opelika is 1.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Salisbury.

Things to do in Salisbury?
Salisbury MA rests just south from Cambridge known for its rich Revolutionary War history sites as well as modern amenities like Salisbury Beach State Reservation ideal for sunbathing or surfing!

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.

 Salisbury, MDOpelika, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,810329,725,481
 Median Income$48,310  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$221,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.07  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Salisbury    11 Reviews
Elijah · 
The Decaying City
Over 5 years ago

I left Salisbury 5 years ago, but a year ago I had some business nearby, so I decides to visit Salisbury, MD for nostalgia’s sake, it was a big mistake. I’ll admit there  More

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Charles · McAdenville, NC
Shitsbury
Over 6 years ago

I lived in Salisbury for 10 years before leaving and It’s funny that people keep telling me that Salisbury has very little crime, and that it having high crime is made  More

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WILLIAM · Tyaskin, MD
Salisbury is Very Safe Almost Everywhere.
Over 6 years ago

I am tired of hearing about salisbury having a "high violent crime rate" in these national reviews. It is inaccurate and damaging to property and business owners here.  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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