Gilbert, AZ vs San Jose, CA
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
San Jose
63
#1807 nationally
San Jose leads in walk score (51 vs 28). Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 198). San Jose leads in median household income ($142,891 vs $105,842).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | San Jose, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 63 (#1807) |
| Population | 275,411 | 983,489 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $1,391,204 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $142,891 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 51 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | Moderate |
| School Rating | 8.6 | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 198 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+40.0 |
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
63 Score
San Jose, CA
Capital of Silicon Valley
Median Home
$1,391,204
Population
983,489
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Pacific
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