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
$2,065
$2,270
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,127
$2,096
💵 Families earn per year
$102,153
$132,171
🔑 Buying a house
$616,000
$575,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,751
$2,417
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$194
👥 People living there
718,877
280,262
Commute to work
24.9 min
25.9 min
College degree
56.5%
48.2%
Own their home
48.8%
73.1%
Below poverty line
11.2%
5.3%
Unemployment
4.9%
3.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Denver for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Gilbert for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Denver | Gilbert | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $98,610 | -31% in Gilbert |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $61,780 | -30% in Gilbert |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $74,590 | -25% in Gilbert |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $135,670 | -24% in Gilbert |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $59,180 | -23% in Gilbert |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,650 | $47,530 | +20% in Gilbert |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $80,820 | -19% in Gilbert |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $103,770 | -19% in Gilbert |
Frequently asked questions
Is Denver or Gilbert cheaper to live in?
Denver 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 Denver?
About $58,601 a year gives the same standard of living in Gilbert.
Where do people earn more, Denver or Gilbert?
The typical household earns $102,153 in Denver and $132,171 in Gilbert, 23% more in Gilbert.