Gilbert, AZ vs Round Rock, TX
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
Round Rock
75.1
#504 nationally
Round Rock leads in walk score (32 vs 28). Round Rock leads in average commute (26.8 min vs 27.8 min). Round Rock leads in cost of living index (108 vs 112).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Round Rock, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 75.1 (#504) |
| Population | 275,411 | 139,077 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $405,249 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $102,891 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 32 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | Low |
| School Rating | 8.6 | 8.4 |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | R+2.5 |
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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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C
75.1 Score
Round Rock, TX
Dell's hometown in the Austin suburbs
Median Home
$405,249
Population
139,077
Crime
Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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