salaryGilbert is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Los Angeles to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,270
$2,498
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,096
$2,339
💵 Families earn per year
$132,171
$88,371
🔑 Buying a house
$575,100
$921,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,417
$6,050
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$151
👥 People living there
280,262
3,857,263
Commute to work
25.9 min
30.7 min
College degree
48.2%
38.5%
Own their home
73.1%
36%
Below poverty line
5.3%
16.5%
Unemployment
3.5%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Gilbert for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Gilbert | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $101,860 | +72% in Los Angeles |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $98,050 | +59% in Los Angeles |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $121,980 | +43% in Los Angeles |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $194,410 | +43% in Los Angeles |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $135,560 | +34% in Los Angeles |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $125,830 | +28% in Los Angeles |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $75,740 | +26% in Los Angeles |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $35,850 | -25% in Los Angeles |
Frequently asked questions
Is Gilbert or Los Angeles cheaper to live in?
Gilbert is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,270 a month there versus $2,498 in Los Angeles.
What salary do I need in Los Angeles to match $60,000 in Gilbert?
About $65,953 a year gives the same standard of living in Los Angeles.
Where do people earn more, Gilbert or Los Angeles?
The typical household earns $132,171 in Gilbert and $88,371 in Los Angeles, 50% more in Gilbert.