Gilbert, AZ Census Data
The 5th largest city in Arizona by population · 23 cities ranked
Gilbert is the 5th largest city in Arizona by population and ranks 2nd of 23 for median household income. With 271,118 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 20 other Arizona cities. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
271,118
49.6% male · 50.4% female
Median Age
35.7
3.0 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$121,351
$42,813 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
47.5%
12.5% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 96.5%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
7.3% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.9%
Broadband Access
98.7%
9.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$518,600
Median rent: $2,028 · 74% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
3.3%
Labor force participation: 69.6%
Per Capita Income
$59,603
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.3%
Disability rate: 8.1%
How Gilbert Compares to Other Arizona Cities
Rankings among all 23 Arizona cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 5th of 23 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 2nd of 23 | Top 10% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 3rd of 23 | Top 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 5th of 23 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 4th of 23 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
Gilbert, AZ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gilbert, AZ?
The population of Gilbert, AZ is 271,118 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.7 years.
What is the median household income in Gilbert?
The median household income in Gilbert, AZ is $121,351, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $59,603.
What is the poverty rate in Gilbert?
The poverty rate in Gilbert, AZ is 5.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Gilbert residents have a college degree?
47.5% of adults (25+) in Gilbert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 96.5% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Gilbert?
The median home value in Gilbert, AZ is $518,600. Median rent is $2,028 per month, with 74% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Gilbert?
Gilbert's population is 72.7% White, 3.3% Black, 17.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Gilbert rank among Arizona cities?
Gilbert is the 5th largest city in Arizona by population, the 2nd highest for median household income, the 3rd lowest for poverty rate, the 5th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 23 ranked Arizona cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Gilbert?
The unemployment rate in Gilbert, AZ is 3.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 69.6%. Per capita income is $59,603.
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