Gilbert Population 2026
Gilbert has a population of 247,542, making it the #88 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arizona. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
247,542
Rank in United States
#88
Coordinates
33.35°N, 111.79°W
~377 m elevation · America/Phoenix
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,162 km
1,964 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arizona
Cities near Gilbert
- Chandler260,828 people · ~7 km away
- Mesa471,825 people · ~8 km away
- Tempe175,826 people · ~13 km away
- Tempe Junction158,368 people · ~16 km away
- Scottsdale236,839 people · ~20 km away
- Apache Junction38,074 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gilbert?
Gilbert has a population of 247,542 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #88 biggest city in United States.
What state is Gilbert in?
Gilbert is located in Arizona, United States.
Is Gilbert the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,162 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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