Heritage Court in Gilbert's historic district

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Gilbert vs Mesa

Two Arizona cities 5 miles apart, side by side.

GilbertMesa
Population271,118507,478
Median household income$121,351$78,779
Median home value$518,600$364,300
Median rent$2,028/mo$1,478/mo
Median age35.737.2
Homeownership74%64%
Property tax (effective)0.46%0.43%
Sales tax8.3%8.3%
Median home value
  • Gilbert$518,600
  • Mesa$364,300
Median household income
  • Gilbert$121,351
  • Mesa$78,779
Median rent
  • Gilbert$2,028
  • Mesa$1,478

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Is Gilbert or Mesa cheaper?

For housing, Mesa is cheaper: median home values are $518,600 in Gilbert and $364,300 in Mesa; median rents are $2,028 and $1,478.

Which has higher incomes, Gilbert or Mesa?

Gilbert: median household income is $121,351 in Gilbert and $78,779 in Mesa.

How far is Gilbert from Mesa?

About 5 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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