Gilbert, AZ vs Murfreesboro, TN
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
Murfreesboro
65
#1659 nationally
Gilbert leads in median household income ($105,842 vs $70,451). Gilbert leads in walk score (28 vs 25). Murfreesboro leads in cost of living index (109 vs 112).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Murfreesboro, TN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 65 (#1659) |
| Population | 275,411 | 165,430 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $430,142 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $70,451 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 27.3 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 25 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 11.5 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 109 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | R+21.8 |
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
65 Score
Murfreesboro, TN
Mid-size Tennessee city with community character
Median Home
$430,142
Population
165,430
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
25
Southeast
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