Gilbert, AZ vs Hawthorne, NJ
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
Hawthorne
73.4
#739 nationally
Hawthorne leads in walk score (54 vs 28). Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 140). Hawthorne leads in average commute (25.8 min vs 27.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Hawthorne, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 73.4 (#739) |
| Population | 275,411 | 19,496 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $651,326 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $105,168 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 25.8 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 54 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 0.7 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | R+2.9 |
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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C
73.4 Score
Hawthorne, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$651,326
Population
19,496
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
54
Northeast
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