Gilbert, AZ vs Rockwall, TX
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
Rockwall
70.4
#1106 nationally
Gilbert leads in walk score (28 vs 24). Gilbert leads in average commute (27.8 min vs 30.2 min). Rockwall leads in median household income ($114,799 vs $105,842).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Rockwall, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 70.4 (#1106) |
| Population | 275,411 | 52,918 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $480,713 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $114,799 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 30.2 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 24 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 4.0 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | R+40.9 |
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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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70.4 Score
Rockwall, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$480,713
Population
52,918
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
24
Southwest
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