Gilbert

Gilbert, Arizona Overview

Gilbert ranks #3 of 20 cities in Arizona, earning a A grade with a composite score of 62.8/100. The city stands out in Safety (92/100) and Fiscal Health (84/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Gilbert

Gilbert’s median household income of $122,445 is 64% above the Arizona median of $74,568, and its 2.8% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.3%.

Safety in Gilbert

Gilbert’s violent crime rate of 122.8 per 100,000 is well below both the Arizona rate of 430 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 945.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Gilbert

Gilbert has a cost of living index of 105.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $518,600. Median monthly rent is $2,028. Renters spend 19.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Gilbert

Gilbert’s adult obesity rate of 27.7% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8%. Residents average 14.4 poor mental health days per month. Arizona ranks #33 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Gilbert

Gilbert’s high school graduation rate of 92.4% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. With a student-teacher ratio of 23.2:1, class sizes tend to be larger than the national median. Per-pupil spending is $10,243. The city has 68 public schools serving 54,983 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Gilbert

Summers in Gilbert are hot, averaging 93°F. Summers average 93°F. Winters average 52°F. The area is arid, receiving only 12.3 inches of precipitation annually. 20.5% of workers in Gilbert work from home, well above the national average.

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