Gilbert, AZ vs Grayslake, IL
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
Grayslake
76.3
#362 nationally
Grayslake leads in median household income ($110,662 vs $105,842). Grayslake leads in cost of living index (108 vs 112). Gilbert leads in average commute (27.8 min vs 28.7 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Grayslake, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 76.3 (#362) |
| Population | 275,411 | 20,954 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $374,561 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $110,662 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 28.7 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 28 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 1.8 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+20.8 |
C-
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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C
76.3 Score
Grayslake, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$374,561
Population
20,954
Crime
Low
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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