Gilbert, AZ vs Mountain Brook, 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
Mountain Brook
69.8
#1170 nationally
Mountain Brook leads in average commute (17.5 min vs 27.8 min). Mountain Brook leads in median household income ($167,007 vs $105,842). Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 161).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Mountain Brook, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 69.8 (#1170) |
| Population | 275,411 | 21,737 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $1,068,731 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $167,007 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 17.5 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 21 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 1.8 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 161 |
| 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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D+
69.8 Score
Mountain Brook, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,068,731
Population
21,737
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Southeast
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