Gilbert, AZ vs Paramus, NJ
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
Paramus
67.9
#1371 nationally
Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 173). Paramus leads in walk score (37 vs 28). Paramus leads in median household income ($136,824 vs $105,842).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Paramus, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 67.9 (#1371) |
| Population | 275,411 | 26,282 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $1,086,056 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $136,824 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 37 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 0.8 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+3.4 |
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+
67.9 Score
Paramus, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,086,056
Population
26,282
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
37
Northeast
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