Gilbert, AZ vs Hoffman Estates, 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
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Hoffman Estates leads in walk score (35 vs 28). Gilbert leads in average commute (27.8 min vs 29.4 min). Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 116).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 275,411 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 35 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 4.1 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+42.0 |
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 Score
Hoffman Estates, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$412,578
Population
50,179
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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