American Canyon, CA vs Gilroy, CA
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.
American Canyon
64.1
#1715 nationally
Gilroy
60.4
#1936 nationally
American Canyon leads in crime level (8.9 vs 12.6). Gilroy leads in walk score (47 vs 36). American Canyon leads in cost of living index (161 vs 181).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | American Canyon, CA | Gilroy, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.1 (#1715) | 60.4 (#1936) |
| Population | 21,347 | 58,250 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $738,626 | $1,052,956 |
| Median Household Income | $122,694 | $127,391 |
| Average Commute | 33.3 min | 34.1 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 8.9 | 12.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 161 | 181 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+34.9 | D+40.0 |
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64.1 Score
American Canyon, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$738,626
Population
21,347
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
36
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60.4 Score
Gilroy, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,052,956
Population
58,250
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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