Gilbert, AZ vs Glen Ellyn, 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
Glen Ellyn
74.7
#563 nationally
Glen Ellyn leads in walk score (50 vs 28). Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 136). Glen Ellyn leads in median household income ($128,132 vs $105,842).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Glen Ellyn, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 74.7 (#563) |
| Population | 275,411 | 28,347 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $584,435 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $128,132 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 30.1 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 50 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 1.4 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 136 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+13.3 |
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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
74.7 Score
Glen Ellyn, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$584,435
Population
28,347
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
50
Midwest
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