Gilbert, AZ vs Independence, KY
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
Independence
77
#288 nationally
Gilbert leads in walk score (28 vs 11). Independence leads in cost of living index (96 vs 112). Gilbert leads in median household income ($105,842 vs $92,355).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Independence, KY |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 77 (#288) |
| Population | 275,411 | 29,503 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $331,613 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $92,355 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 27.4 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 11 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 0.7 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 96 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | R+21.7 |
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+
77 Score
Independence, KY
Small Kentucky city with local appeal
Median Home
$331,613
Population
29,503
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
11
Southeast
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