Gilbert, AZ vs Santa Clarita, 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
Santa Clarita
64.1
#1722 nationally
Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 165). Gilbert leads in average commute (27.8 min vs 35.2 min). Santa Clarita leads in walk score (35 vs 28).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Santa Clarita, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 64.1 (#1722) |
| Population | 275,411 | 224,028 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $799,577 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $116,186 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 35.2 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 35 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 4.5 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 165 |
| 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
64.1 Score
Santa Clarita, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$799,577
Population
224,028
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
35
Pacific
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