Braintree Town, MA vs Gilroy, 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.
Gilroy
60.4
#1936 nationally
Braintree Town leads in crime level (7.8 vs 12.6). Gilroy leads in walk score (47 vs 38). Braintree Town leads in cost of living index (149 vs 181).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Braintree Town, MA | Gilroy, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 38,490 | 58,250 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $1,052,956 |
| Median Household Income | $120,593 | $127,391 |
| Average Commute | 32.6 min | 34.1 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 7.8 | 12.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 149 | 181 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.8 | D+40.0 |
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Score
Braintree Town, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Population
38,490
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Median Income
$120,593
Northeast
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D-
60.4 Score
Gilroy, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,052,956
Population
58,250
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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