Gilbert, AZ vs Ridgewood, 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
Ridgewood
68
#1362 nationally
Ridgewood leads in median household income ($211,224 vs $105,842). Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 181). Ridgewood leads in walk score (42 vs 28).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Ridgewood, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 68 (#1362) |
| Population | 275,411 | 26,194 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $1,273,036 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $211,224 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 36.3 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 42 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 1.2 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 181 |
| 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+
68 Score
Ridgewood, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,273,036
Population
26,194
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
42
Northeast
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