Gilbert, AZ vs Hoover, AL
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
Hoover
72.9
#809 nationally
Gilbert leads in walk score (28 vs 17). Hoover leads in average commute (25 min vs 27.8 min). Gilbert leads in median household income ($105,842 vs $101,765).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Hoover, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 72.9 (#809) |
| Population | 275,411 | 92,448 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $443,268 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $101,765 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 25 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 17 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 2.1 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+10.4 |
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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72.9 Score
Hoover, AL
Alabama community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$443,268
Population
92,448
Crime
Low
Walk Score
17
Southeast
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