Gilbert, AZ vs Laguna Hills, CA
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
Laguna Hills
62.6
#1840 nationally
Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 189). Laguna Hills leads in walk score (41 vs 28). Laguna Hills leads in median household income ($122,902 vs $105,842).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Laguna Hills, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 62.6 (#1840) |
| Population | 275,411 | 30,243 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $1,236,917 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $122,902 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 25.7 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 41 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 6.4 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 189 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+2.6 |
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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D-
62.6 Score
Laguna Hills, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,236,917
Population
30,243
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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