Gilbert, AZ vs Vernon Hills, IL
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
Vernon Hills
73.9
#666 nationally
Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 126). Vernon Hills leads in median household income ($117,253 vs $105,842). Vernon Hills leads in average commute (27.4 min vs 27.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Vernon Hills, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 73.9 (#666) |
| Population | 275,411 | 26,677 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $460,307 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $117,253 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 27.4 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 28 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 1.6 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+20.8 |
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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C
73.9 Score
Vernon Hills, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$460,307
Population
26,677
Crime
Low
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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