Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
31% cheaper
Gilbert is 31% more affordable than Boston. A $75,000 salary in Boston is equivalent to $51,389 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. Boston has a housing index of 242 while Gilbert sits at 128 (national average = 100). The median home in Boston costs $620,000 compared to $470,000 in Gilbert, a difference of $150,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,800 in Boston versus $1,700 in Gilbert.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Boston scores 108 while Gilbert scores 100.
Healthcare costs in Boston (118) are higher than Gilbert (95).
Median household income in Boston is $76,298 compared to $94,518 in Gilbert. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Gilbert.
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