Gilbert, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Gilbert, Arizona is 271,118 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 81st-largest city in the United States and the 5th-largest in Arizona. The median household income is $121,351, the median home value is $518,600, and the median age is 35.7.
The population has grown 37.9% since 2010 (209,493 → 288,790).
271,118
Population
3942
People / sq mi
$121,351
Median Income
$518,600
Median Home Value
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Gilbert covers 68.8 sq mi of land at 3942 people per square mile.
About Gilbert, AZ
What sets Gilbert apart is where people work — remote work is unusually prominent here, at 23.6% versus 14.0% nationally. Gilbert is a city in Arizona with a population of 271,118. It is the #5-largest of all cities in Arizona nationally.
The typical household earns $121,351 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Only 3.5% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $518,600, with typical rent around $2,028.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 47.5% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. A solid 23.6% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
The remote-work concentration is telling in Gilbert — it skews toward higher-income, college-educated workers and reshapes both commute patterns and housing demand.
Gilbert town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Gilbert town had a population of 209,493 in 2010 and 288,790 in 2024, a 37.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 288,790 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.33%.
288,790
Population (2024)
209,493
Population (2010)
288,790
Peak (2024)
2.33%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 209,493 |
| 2011 | 211,466 |
| 2012 | 215,916 |
| 2013 | 221,626 |
| 2014 | 227,308 |
| 2015 | 232,401 |
| 2016 | 237,139 |
| 2017 | 242,695 |
| 2018 | 249,914 |
| 2019 | 254,114 |
| 2020 | 269,429 |
| 2021 | 274,421 |
| 2022 | 281,946 |
| 2023 | 286,632 |
| 2024 | 288,790 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.7% |
| Black or African American | 3.3% |
| Asian | 0.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$121,351
Median Household Income
$49,825
Per Capita Income
3.5%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$518,600
Median Home Value
$2,028
Median Rent
73.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.5%
High School+
47.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
65.8%
Public Transit
23.6%
Work From Home
26.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
48.8%
Foreign Born
85.3%
Non-English at Home
6.3%
Veterans
8.1%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
98.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.9% |
| Information | 11.5% |
| Manufacturing | 11.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.0% |
| Construction | 5.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Common questions about Gilbert, AZ
Frequently Asked Questions
Gilbert, Arizona has a population of 271,118 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 81st-largest city in the United States and the 5th-largest in Arizona.
The median household income in Gilbert, Arizona is $121,351, with 3.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Gilbert, Arizona is $518,600, with median monthly rent at $2,028 and a homeownership rate of 73.9%.
The median age in Gilbert, Arizona is 35.7 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
The population has grown 37.9% since 2010 (209,493 → 288,790).
Gilbert town, AZ Climate
Gilbert town, AZ has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F) and receives about 249 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
21.3°C
Avg Temp
249
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11° / 52° | 24 mm |
| February | 14° / 56° | 24 mm |
| March | 16° / 60° | 31 mm |
| April | 20° / 67° | 9 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 5 mm |
| June | 29° / 84° | 2 mm |
| July | 32° / 90° | 26 mm |
| August | 32° / 89° | 35 mm |
| September | 29° / 84° | 22 mm |
| October | 23° / 73° | 22 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 21 mm |
| December | 12° / 53° | 28 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Gilbert town, AZ
The most comfortable months to visit Gilbert town, AZ are typically April, October and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 41°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.