Elizabeth, NJ 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.
Elizabeth
66.6
#1519 nationally
Gilroy
60.4
#1936 nationally
Gilroy leads in median household income ($127,391 vs $59,939). Elizabeth leads in walk score (80 vs 47). Elizabeth leads in cost of living index (126 vs 181).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elizabeth, NJ | Gilroy, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.6 (#1519) | 60.4 (#1936) |
| Population | 135,829 | 58,250 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $548,370 | $1,052,956 |
| Median Household Income | $59,939 | $127,391 |
| Average Commute | 26.7 min | 34.1 min |
| Walk Score | 80 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 12.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 126 | 181 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+24.2 | D+40.0 |
D
66.6 Score
Elizabeth, NJ
Mid-size New Jersey city with community character
Median Home
$548,370
Population
135,829
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
80
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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