Gilbert
Access to an educated and diverse workforce, an abundance of high-quality real estate options, connectivity to major markets and excellent quality of life have encouraged world-class companies to choose Gilbert. Located in the Southeast Valley of greater Phoenix, Gilbert has experienced rapid growth of its talent, facilities, innovations and amenities.
Focusing on industries with high concentrations of STEM and STEM-related jobs, Gilbert has attracted major investment from notable employers, including Deloitte, Banner MD Anderson, Northrop Grumman, GoDaddy and Silent-Aire.
In 2019, Gilbert became one of only 41 municipalities nationwide to receive AAA credit ratings from all three of the major rating agencies. Additionally, the three school districts that serve the community were named Top 10 School Districts in Arizona and Gilbert was named the “Best City for Business in Arizona” by the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
WHAT’S NEW
- Gilbert Welcomes TD SYNNEX to Premier Business District, Rivulon
- Gilbert Launches Free Professional Skills Course through Maricopa Community Colleges
- Gilbert Extends Professional Training Scholarship Program for Residents and Business Owners
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Demographic Breakdown
| Population | Median Age | Education |
| 277,486 | 34 | 46% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher |
Key industries
- Advanced Business Services
- Aerospace and Aviation
- Finance and Insurance
- High-Tech
- Life Sciences
- Manufacturing
Key businesses in Gilbert
- Banner MD Anderson
- Deloitte
- Footprint
- GoDaddy
- Isagenix International
- Lockheed Martin
- Merrill Lynch
- Morgan Stanley
- Northrop Grumman
- Silent-Aire USA
