Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
3% cheaper
Gilbert is 3% more affordable than Eugene. A $75,000 salary in Eugene is equivalent to $72,391 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. Eugene has a housing index of 130 while Gilbert sits at 128 (national average = 100). The median home in Eugene costs $380,000 compared to $470,000 in Gilbert, a difference of $90,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Eugene versus $1,700 in Gilbert.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Eugene scores 103 while Gilbert scores 100. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Eugene (106) are higher than Gilbert (95). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Eugene is $49,448 compared to $94,518 in Gilbert. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Gilbert.
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