salaryGilbert is the 4th-largest city in Arizona that we track, with 280,262 residents. Rent is higher than in 78% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 4.4 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $90,800 a year. That is $44 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Arizona cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Arizona. It is number 79 of 93 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
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How much do households earn in Gilbert?
Share of households by yearly income. 49.2% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Gilbert
| Size | Gilbert | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,788 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,836 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,096 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,393 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,834 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Gilbert overall?
Everyday prices in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area are 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Gilbert
Life in Gilbert
What jobs pay in Gilbert
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $144,490 | 18.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $136,270 | 20.0% |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | 20.1% |
| Physician Assistant | $134,650 | 20.2% |
| Software Developer | $131,750 | 20.7% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,770 | 26.3% |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,520 | 26.6% |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | 27.0% |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | 27.6% |
| Civil Engineer | $90,330 | 30.2% |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | 32.0% |
| Accountant | $80,820 | 33.7% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | 34.9% |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,590 | 36.5% |
| Plumber | $63,750 | 42.7% |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | 44.1% |
| Electrician | $61,210 | 44.5% |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | 44.5% |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | 45.2% |
| Truck Driver | $59,770 | 45.6% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | 46.0% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | 57.3% |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 | 58.2% |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,410 | 58.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | 60.1% |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,950 | 60.6% |
| Restaurant Cook | $39,170 | 69.5% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,960 | 75.8% |
| Cashier | $34,920 | 78.0% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Gilbert?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $1,720 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $575,100 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $57,510 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Gilbert, AZ?
Renting in Gilbert costs a median of about $2,270 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Arizona median is $1,671.
How much do I need to make to live in Gilbert?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $90,800 a year, or $44 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Gilbert cheap or expensive?
Gilbert is rated OK: rent takes 20.6% of the typical household income of $132,171. It ranks 79th cheapest of 93 Arizona cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Gilbert?
The median homeowner in Gilbert pays $2,417 a year in property taxes, about 0.42% of the median home value.
Is Gilbert more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 3% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Gilbert?
The median home value in Gilbert is $575,100, about 4.4 times the typical yearly household income.
280,262 people live in Gilbert. Numbers are typical (middle) values.