Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
6% cheaper
Gilbert is 6% more affordable than Denver. A $75,000 salary in Denver is equivalent to $70,551 in Gilbert.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Denver has a housing index of 152 while Gilbert sits at 128 (national average = 100). The median home in Denver costs $520,000 compared to $470,000 in Gilbert, a difference of $50,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,900 in Denver versus $1,700 in Gilbert.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Denver scores 102 while Gilbert scores 100. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Denver (104) are higher than Gilbert (95). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Denver is $72,661 compared to $94,518 in Gilbert. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Gilbert.
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