Opelika Population 2026
Opelika has a population of 29,527, making it the #1577 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Alabama. It is about 298× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,527
Rank in United States
#1577
Coordinates
32.65°N, 85.38°W
~246 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,024 km
636 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alabama
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | 215,006 | #108 |
| Birmingham | 196,357 | #129 |
| Montgomery | 195,287 | #130 |
| Mobile | 183,289 | #141 |
| Tuscaloosa | 111,338 | #273 |
| Hoover | 84,848 | #421 |
| Dothan | 68,567 | #561 |
| Auburn | 62,059 | #651 |
Cities near Opelika
- Auburn62,059 people · ~10 km away
- Phenix City37,570 people · ~40 km away
- Columbus206,922 people · ~42 km away
- LaGrange29,588 people · ~54 km away
- Montgomery195,287 people · ~92 km away
- Millbrook15,314 people · ~94 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Opelika?
Opelika has a population of 29,527 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1577 biggest city in United States.
What state is Opelika in?
Opelika is located in Alabama, United States.
Is Opelika the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,024 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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