Investor-grade market analytics for Auburn-Opelika, Alabama. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through July 2026.
$352,523
+4.5% year-over-year
5.7%
gross annual
+4.4%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+4.4% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Top 42% nationally
In-migrants avg $66,780 AGI vs out-migrants $53,788
Opportunity Zone Market
4 ZIP codes in Auburn-Opelika are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Auburn-Opelika, AL shows steady growth at 4.5% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability is moderately stretched with a price-to-income ratio of 5.98x, above the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+32 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 5.66% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Auburn-Opelika, AL's primary climate exposure is flooding (50/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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