Gilbert, AZ vs Secaucus, 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
Secaucus
63.9
#1733 nationally
Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 153). Secaucus leads in median household income ($129,348 vs $105,842). Gilbert leads in average commute (27.8 min vs 33.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Secaucus, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 63.9 (#1733) |
| Population | 275,411 | 21,005 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $672,685 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $129,348 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 33.9 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | N/A |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 4.2 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 153 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+28.1 |
Data coverage note: Secaucus is missing data for 1 metric that Gilbert has. Scores with less coverage are penalized — see our methodology.
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
63.9 Score
Secaucus, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$672,685
Population
21,005
Crime
Moderate-Low
Median Income
$129,348
Northeast
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