Gilbert, AZ vs San Francisco, 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 Francisco
62.9
#1817 nationally
San Francisco leads in walk score (89 vs 28). Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 195). Gilbert leads in school rating (8.6 vs 6.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | San Francisco, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 62.9 (#1817) |
| Population | 275,411 | 808,437 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $1,416,278 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $136,689 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 33.4 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 89 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | 8.6 | 6.5 |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 195 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+64.8 |
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-
62.9 Score
San Francisco, CA
Innovation capital on the bay
Median Home
$1,416,278
Population
808,437
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
B-
Pacific
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