Gilbert, AZ vs San Bruno, 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
San Bruno
63.5
#1767 nationally
San Bruno leads in walk score (56 vs 28). Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 214). San Bruno leads in median household income ($131,669 vs $105,842).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | San Bruno, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 63.5 (#1767) |
| Population | 275,411 | 41,327 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $1,308,809 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $131,669 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 26.3 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 56 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 7.0 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 214 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+50.3 |
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
63.5 Score
San Bruno, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,308,809
Population
41,327
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
56
Pacific
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