Gilbert, AZ vs Los Angeles, 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.
Gilbert
72.3
#903 nationally
Los Angeles
60.9
#1917 nationally
Los Angeles leads in walk score (68 vs 28). Gilbert leads in school rating (8.6 vs 5.4). Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 173).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Los Angeles, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 60.9 (#1917) |
| Population | 275,411 | 3,822,238 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $946,268 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $74,891 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 31.4 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 68 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | 8.6 | 5.4 |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+32.9 |
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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D-
60.9 Score
Los Angeles, CA
Entertainment capital of the world
Median Home
$946,268
Population
3,822,238
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Pacific
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