Gilbert, AZ vs Ocean Springs, MS
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
Ocean Springs
77
#292 nationally
Gilbert leads in median household income ($105,842 vs $72,500). Ocean Springs leads in cost of living index (96 vs 112). Gilbert leads in walk score (28 vs 25).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Ocean Springs, MS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 77 (#292) |
| Population | 275,411 | 18,997 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $271,190 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $72,500 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 28.6 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 25 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 2.4 |
| 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+39.9 |
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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C+
77 Score
Ocean Springs, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$271,190
Population
18,997
Crime
Low
Walk Score
25
Southeast
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