Opelika city, Alabama
Official LSAD Designation: Opelika city • Census GEOID: 0157048
• Lee County
Opelika city is an incorporated city in Lee County, Alabama. According to official records from the Census (2025), Opelika city had an estimated population of 35,765 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Opelika city (GEOID 0157048).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Opelika
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 390, OPELIKA AL 36803-0390
County Of Lee
County
Official Title:
Chairman
Address:
PO BOX 811, OPELIKA AL 36803-0811
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,765 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $65,004 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $241,800 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 62.10 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).