Gilbert, AZ vs Glendale, AZ
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.
Gilbert
72.3
#903 nationally
Glendale
66.3
#1555 nationally
Gilbert leads in median household income ($105,842 vs $66,375). Glendale leads in walk score (40 vs 28). Glendale leads in cost of living index (109 vs 112).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Glendale, AZ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 66.3 (#1555) |
| Population | 275,411 | 253,855 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $405,789 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $66,375 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 28.3 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 40 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 13.4 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 109 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | R+3.5 |
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72.3 Score
Gilbert, AZ
Fastest-growing town turned family haven
Median Home
$570,915
Population
275,411
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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D
66.3 Score
Glendale, AZ
Growing Arizona city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$405,789
Population
253,855
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
40
Southwest
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