Gilbert, AZ vs Hickory, NC
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
Hickory
70.8
#1056 nationally
Gilbert leads in median household income ($105,842 vs $58,251). Hickory leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 27.8 min). Hickory leads in cost of living index (98 vs 112).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Hickory, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 70.8 (#1056) |
| Population | 275,411 | 44,415 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $298,293 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $58,251 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 19.6 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 28 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 11.2 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 98 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | R+38.0 |
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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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70.8 Score
Hickory, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$298,293
Population
44,415
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
28
Southeast
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