Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
4% cheaper
Springfield is 4% more affordable than Gilbert. A $75,000 salary in Gilbert is equivalent to $72,297 in Springfield.
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 Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Gilbert costs $470,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $240,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,700 in Gilbert versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Gilbert scores 100 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Gilbert (95) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Gilbert is $94,518 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Springfield.
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