Gilbert, AZ vs Wake Forest, NC
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
Wake Forest
68.8
#1286 nationally
Gilbert leads in walk score (28 vs 20). Gilbert leads in average commute (27.8 min vs 31.7 min). Wake Forest leads in median household income ($115,159 vs $105,842).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Wake Forest, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 68.8 (#1286) |
| Population | 275,411 | 54,337 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $513,720 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $115,159 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 31.7 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 20 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 4.0 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+25.6 |
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+
68.8 Score
Wake Forest, NC
North Carolina community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$513,720
Population
54,337
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
20
Southeast
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