salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Gilbert to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,270
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,096
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$132,171
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$575,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,417
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$194
👥 People living there
397,742
280,262
Commute to work
26.6 min
25.9 min
College degree
32.6%
48.2%
Own their home
54.3%
73.1%
Below poverty line
12.9%
5.3%
Unemployment
5.7%
3.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Gilbert for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Gilbert | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $47,530 | +97% in Gilbert |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $60,320 | +24% in Gilbert |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,080 | +21% in Gilbert |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $135,670 | -19% in Gilbert |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $45,290 | +18% in Gilbert |
| Cashier | $29,910 | $34,920 | +17% in Gilbert |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | $44,950 | +17% in Gilbert |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $103,770 | -15% in Gilbert |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Gilbert cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Gilbert cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Gilbert to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $60,132 a year gives the same standard of living in Gilbert.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Gilbert?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $132,171 in Gilbert, 39% more in Gilbert.