Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
6% cheaper
Gilbert is 6% more affordable than New Haven. A $75,000 salary in New Haven 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. Gilbert has a housing index of 128 while New Haven sits at 137 (national average = 100). The median home in Gilbert costs $470,000 compared to $250,000 in New Haven, a difference of $220,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,700 in Gilbert versus $1,400 in New Haven.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Gilbert scores 100 while New Haven scores 106.
Healthcare costs in Gilbert (95) are lower than New Haven (114).
Median household income in Gilbert is $94,518 compared to $42,158 in New Haven. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Gilbert.
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