salaryGilbert is 5% cheaperBased 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
$2,666
$2,270
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,096
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$132,171
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$575,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,417
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$194
👥 People living there
236,254
280,262
Commute to work
26.2 min
25.9 min
College degree
77.1%
48.2%
Own their home
41.3%
73.1%
Below poverty line
7.4%
5.3%
Unemployment
3.3%
3.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Gilbert for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Gilbert | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $98,610 | -37% in Gilbert |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $135,670 | -30% in Gilbert |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $59,180 | -26% in Gilbert |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $80,820 | -21% in Gilbert |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $61,210 | -19% in Gilbert |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $103,770 | -18% in Gilbert |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $131,750 | -15% in Gilbert |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $61,170 | -15% in Gilbert |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Gilbert cheaper to live in?
Gilbert is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,270 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Gilbert to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,932 a year gives the same standard of living in Gilbert.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Gilbert?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $132,171 in Gilbert, 16% more in Arlington.