Gilbert Arizona Living

Gilbert, Arizona is the fastest growing city in Arizona, with a population growth rate of 448.9 percent from 1990 to 2004.

Also, in 2003, the ninth annual town survey revealed that over 90 percent of Gilbert residents continue to be satisfied with their town.

Strong employment opportunities, an excellent educational system, high-quality affordable housing, one of the lowest crime rates in the nation, and a wealth of recreational amenities are all factors in Gilbert's growth and resident satisfaction.

Located in the southeast region of Greater Phoenix, Gilbert is home to 164,685 residents, making it the eighth largest city in Arizona.

Gilbert's main employment area is in the heart of the east valley (Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert). The town is also establishing new industrial/commercial areas in hot growth areas of Gilbert.

Gilbert Median Home Price

The median price of a new home in Gilbert is about $212,920, and the median price of a pre-owned home is about $174,500.

Population, 2004 - 164,685

Growth, 1990-2004 - 448.9%

Total Civilian Labor Force, 2000 - 58,076

Employed 56,609
Unemployed 1,467

Median Age, 2000 - 30.1 years

0 - 17 years 34.2%
18 - 24 years 7.4%
25 - 59 years 52.7%
60+ years 5.8%

Education, 2000

High school graduate 17.7%
Some college 40.4%
Bachelors degree 24.8%
Graduate or professional degree 11.3%

Median Household Income,2000 - $68,032
Real Estate, 2003

Median home price, new $212,920
Median home price, resale $174,500
Total housing units 52,200

Sales Tax Rate, 2003 7.8%

Population and Workforce

Between 1990 and 2000, Gilbert was the fastest growing city in the United States of those with a population over 100,000. Gilbert's labor force totals over 58,000 and a pool of nearly a million workers reside within a 30 minute commute of the Town.

Principal Industries

Gilbert's progressive town government maintains a pro-business mentality and emphasizes quality development. Gilbert offers research capabilities to assist businesses with site location decisions, as well as a system designed to facilitate the development-approval process. As a result, a variety of new and exciting businesses are moving into Gilbert.

Gilbert's manufacturing sector is adding more high technology industries in electronics, advanced composite materials, and computer software. The community also has a large base of construction-related industries including contractors and manufacturing suppliers. Services are the largest sector, accounting for 25 percent of employment.

Gilbert Education

Gilbert is served by 23 public elementary schools, five junior high schools, and four high schools. Student enrollment in Gilbert stands at more than 32,000. In 2003, Gilbert students had a 97% graduation rate, which was the highest in Maricopa County.

For higher education, Gilbert is served by the Chandler/Gilbert Community College, which is a part of the Maricopa County Community College District. Day and evening classes are offered to over 6,700 students. In addition to a wide-range of university transfer and occupational-technical programs, Chandler/Gilbert Community College also features an FAA-certified Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. With Arizona State University East, Williams Gateway Campus, and Mesa Community College both in nearby Mesa, students have a wealth of opportunities to pursue higher education.

Gilbert Real Estate for You

We hope that in reviewing the information on this page and the properties available for sale at this time in the Mesa Arizona area, that you will be interested in real estate in this city.