Business Assistance

Alabama Business Guide

View the requirements for all businesses, as well as retail businesses, wholesalers, manufacturers, corporations and limited liability entities.

Alabama Small Business Checklist

After researching your business idea and writing your business plan, use this checklist to guide you through the steps of establishing your business.

Driving Directions

View driving directions from Atlanta, Georgia, Birmingham, Columbus, and Montgomery to Opelika City Hall.

Incentives & Taxes

Find information on business incentives and taxes

Location & Transportation

Opelika, the county seat of Lee County, is located in east central Alabama along Interstate 85 between Atlanta and Montgomery, only thirty miles from Columbus, Georgia, one hour from Montgomery, less than two hours from Birmingham and only one hour and fifteen minutes from Atlanta's Hartsfield International Airport.

News

Read up to date economic development news and information.

Opelika Business Checklist

The City of Opelika Economic Development Department will assist all new and/or expanding industry by facilitating the approval process for all relevant permits and licenses, as well as assisting with any state grant or tax abatement programs and incentives.

Videos

Career Path Internships (CPI) Program

We want you to make Opelika your next home base and the Opelika Career Path Internships (CPI) Program offers plenty of opportunities to get you started toward an excellent career.

Opelika Business Directory

Workforce/Talent Opportunities