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Gilbert

Pop. 280,262·13th most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Gilbert, AZ
Median rent (all units)
$2,019/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.2%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
+$54
Stable (Monthly)
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Gilbert · $2,019
More expensive than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
86/100
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Rents are 18% below what Gilbert's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,019/mo
Expected by trend
$2,459/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,457
1 BR
$1,598
2 BR
$1,857
3 BR
$2,498
4 BR+
$2,794
Research median
$1,857/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$24,228/yr
At $2,019/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.2% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Gilbert, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 48.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
280,262
Median income
$122,551
Median age
36.1
Renters
26.9%
Age distribution
28.1%
20.4%
30%
Under 1828.1%
18–3420.4%
35–5430%
55–6410.4%
65+11%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
70.3%
17.9%
White70.3%
Black3.4%
Hispanic17.9%
Asian6.8%
Other1.6%
Education (25+)
16.2%
32%
48.2%
No HS diploma3.6%
HS diploma16.2%
Some college32%
Bachelor's+48.2%
Housing tenure
73.1%
26.9%
Owner73.1%
Renter26.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Gilbert, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,762 → $2,019
up 14.6%
Income
$105,733 → $122,551
up 15.9%
Population
262,249 → 280,262
up 6.9%
Renter share
25.8% → 26.9%
+1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
46.4% → 48.2%
+1.8 pts
Median age
35.3 → 36.1
+0.8 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Gilbert, AZ paid around $1,762 a month. That figure now sits near $2,019, up 14.6% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Gilbert, AZ now reports about $122,551, up from $105,733 in 2021. Census counts show Gilbert, AZ adding about 18,013 residents over the five-year window, up 6.9% on net. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Gilbert, AZ reflects that arc in its own way.

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Gilbert rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Gilbert. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Gilbert, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gilbert is $2,019/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,457/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,857/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,598/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,498/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($122,551/yr), Gilbert ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gilbert an affordable city for renters?

Gilbert is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,019/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($122,551/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gilbert falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gilbert?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,019/mo in Gilbert. The local median household income is $122,551/yr, meaning the typical Gilbert household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gilbert?

Rent in Gilbert has decreased 1.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Gilbert neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Gilbert are 85234 ($1,823/mo), 85295 ($1,856/mo), and 85296 ($2,047/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Gilbert is $2,019/mo.

How does Gilbert rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Gilbert is one of the pricier cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #13 out of 51 tracked cities at $2,019/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gilbert?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Gilbert ($2,019/mo): Mesa ($1,549/mo), Tempe ($1,667/mo), Apache Junction ($1,741/mo).

What percentage of Gilbert residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.9% of Gilbert households are renters, while 73.1% are owner-occupied. Gilbert leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Gilbert rent compare to the national average?

Gilbert's median rent of $2,019/mo is $54 (3%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #13 out of 51 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,019/mo, rent takes ~20% of Gilbert's median household income ($122,551/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2.5%
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