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Warrenton, VA vs Opelika, AL

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Are people in Opelika older or younger than people in Warrenton?
- The Median Age in Opelika is 0.5 years older than in Warrenton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Opelika or Warrenton?
- Opelika housing costs are 57.9% less expensive than Warrenton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Opelika or Warrenton?
- The average commute for residents of Opelika is 17.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Warrenton.

Things to do in Warrenton?
Warrenton, VA is a charming small town located in Fauquier County at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Its picturesque streets lined with colonial buildings, wineries & horseback riding trails make it an ideal destination for weekend getaways or simply to relax & take in the beauty of nature!

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.

 Warrenton, VAOpelika, ALUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,810329,725,481
 Median Income$78,275  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$592,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time35.42  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Warrenton    3 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

A pretty downtown, lots to do near by and a reasonable cost of living this close to  More

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Over 17 years ago

We're considering moving to VA. We're presently live in FL; want seasonal changes + close to large city. Mid-50's; love hiking, gorgeous scenery, easy access to  More

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Warrenton and the surrounding area is a great place to live. It is historical, and in horse country for those who like horses. The people are friendly and life is pretty  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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