Gilbert, AZ vs Inver Grove Heights, MN
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
Inver Grove Heights
73.4
#740 nationally
Gilbert leads in walk score (28 vs 18). Inver Grove Heights leads in average commute (23.7 min vs 27.8 min). Gilbert leads in median household income ($105,842 vs $98,719).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Inver Grove Heights, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 73.4 (#740) |
| Population | 275,411 | 36,114 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $379,199 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $98,719 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 23.7 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 18 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 4.5 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+12.9 |
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
Inver Grove Heights, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$379,199
Population
36,114
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
18
Midwest
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