The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce welcomes you! We are proud of our lifestyle which focuses on raising a family, quality education, leisure activities, and a booming business community. The sense of community is important to our home town and is evidenced by strong public involvement as we continue to grow.
Gilbert is the fastest growing community in the nation and continues to welcome 1,000 new residents every month. Doubling its population every five years since 1980, the Town has met the many challenges of preserving the small town atmosphere of our community, while promoting high tech industry and progressive planning for our future.
Insulated from the frantic pace of metropolitan Phoenix, Gilbert offers many amenities enhancing our lifestyle. The village concept of planned communities includes parks, equestrian trails, fishing, boating, and local business services all within walking distance. Gated communities, as well as equestrian properties are available in Gilbert. However you define your lifestyle, Gilbert has something for you!
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Population..........................................171,000
Projected Buildout.................................365,000
Location
8 miles southeast of Phoenix and 12 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Climate
May through September .........................100+ degrees F
October through April .............................75 degrees F
Median Household Income........................$68,032
Median Age ........................................... 30.1
Persons Per Household............................ 3.1
Government
Mayor and 6 council members
Employment
Total Employment ...............................22,952
Unemployment Rate ............................4.2%
Property Tax Rate
$12.9 per $100 assessed valuation based on 10% full cash value of residential property or 25% full cash value of non-residential property.
Sales Tax Rate
Sales Tax Rate......................................7.8%
Major Employers
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