Gilbert

Gilbert was ranked as the 46th best place to live by Money’s 2020-2021.

Welcome to Gilbert

If you’re thinking about moving and finding the best place to call home, maybe it’s time to consider Gilbert, Arizona. Gilbert was ranked as the 46th best place to live by Money’s 2020-2021 out of over 1,800 U.S. cities and towns. To give Gilbert more of the spotlight it deserves, it was the only town to make the list from Arizona. The list of reasons to live in Gilbert goes on and on whether it be work opportunities, economic rankings, affordable housing, climate, diversity, attractions, and overall safety. Gilbert deserved this recognition as one of the best places to live.
 
So where is this remarkable town of Gilbert? Gilbert, AZ is a vast town located in Central Arizona. To give some prospective, to go from Gilbert to Phoenix it’s approximately 24 miles southeast and quick 15–20-minute drive to other well-known cities such as Mesa and Tempe. With a population of around 271,000 and still growing at a high rate, Gilbert is home to many families and young professionals.
 

Gilbert Real Estate Market

While the cost of living in Gilbert, AZ is higher than most towns in Arizona, don’t worry the unemployment rate of Gilbert is at a low 9.7% with a median household income of approximately $96,000 and median home price of approximately $359,000. If your kickstarting your career or settling down with your family Gilbert is the place to be. Gilbert, AZ was awarded national as 3rd best city to buy a house, 2nd best city for first time home buyers, and best city for apartment amenities. Gilbert real estate is diverse. Contact the Scottsdale agents & realtors at Rider Elite Team to find luxury apartments, property, houses & homes for sale in Gilbert, AZ.

Overview for Gilbert, AZ

262,249 people live in Gilbert, where the median age is 35.3 and the average individual income is $43,155. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

262,249

Total Population

35.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$43,155

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Gilbert, AZ

Gilbert has 88,427 households, with an average household size of 2.96. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Gilbert do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 262,249 people call Gilbert home. The population density is 3,823.57 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

262,249

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.3

Median Age

49.34 / 50.66%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
88,427

Total Households

2.96

Average Household Size

$43,155

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Gilbert, AZ

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The following schools are within or nearby Gilbert. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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