Opelika, AL vs Winston-Salem, NC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Opelika
66.9
#1489 nationally
Winston-Salem
69.3
#1238 nationally
Opelika leads in crime level (15.3 vs 22.2). Winston-Salem leads in walk score (22 vs 18). Opelika leads in average commute (20.8 min vs 21.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Opelika, AL | Winston-Salem, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1489) | 69.3 (#1238) |
| Population | 33,572 | 252,975 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $310,676 | $265,029 |
| Median Household Income | $55,218 | $54,416 |
| Average Commute | 20.8 min | 21.6 min |
| Walk Score | 18 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 15.3 | 22.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+27.8 | D+13.2 |
D
66.9 Score
Opelika, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$310,676
Population
33,572
Crime
High
Walk Score
18
Southeast
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D+
69.3 Score
Winston-Salem, NC
Growing North Carolina city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$265,029
Population
252,975
Crime
High
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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