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Gilbert, AZ

Gilbert is a town in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States, located southeast of Phoenix within the city's metropolitan area. Incorporated on July 6, 1920, Gilbert was once known as the "Hay Shipping Capital of the World". It is the fifth-largest municipality in Arizona, and the fourth-largest in the Phoenix metro area. It covers an area of nearly 69 square miles (179 km2).

Gilbert was established by William "Bobby" Gilbert, who provided land to the Arizona Eastern Railway in 1902 to construct a rail line between Phoenix and Florence, Arizona. Ayer's Grocery Store, the first store in Gilbert, opened in 1910 and became the location of the first post office in 1912. The location of the town post office moved several times before settling on the east side of Gilbert Road downtown, where it still stands today. In 1912, many Mormons who had fled the Mormon colonies in Mexico due to the actions of the forces of Pancho Villa settled in Gilbert. By 1915, they began holding church meetings at the Gilbert Elementary School. In 1918, they were organized into the Gilbert Ward.

Gilbert has made a rapid transformation from an agriculture-based community to an economically diverse suburban center located in the southeastern valley of the Greater Phoenix area. It has grown at an extremely high rate over the last three decades, increasing in population from 5,717 in 1980 to 267,918 as of the 2020 census. The town grew at an average annual rate of over 10% during these 40 years. It is the largest incorporated town in the United States. Gilbert is located in the southeast portion of the Phoenix metropolitan area. It is south of Mesa, northeast of Chandler, and northwest of Queen Creek.

Gilbert, AZ has amazing health and wellness services and facilities for its residents. The Dignity Health located within Gilbert Hospital, this wellness center offers a range of services including fitness classes, nutrition counseling, stress management programs, and wellness workshops. Downtown Gilbert HealthCare provides holistic wellness services such as yoga, meditation, acupuncture, massage therapy, and nutritional guidance to promote physical and mental well-being. Hope Integrative Wellness Center offers integrative health services combining conventional and alternative therapies, including chiropractic care, naturopathic medicine, functional medicine, and wellness coaching. Banner Gateway Medical Center is a leading hospital in Gilbert offering a wide range of medical services including emergency care, surgery, maternity care, cardiology, oncology, and specialized treatments. Sanctuary Spa offers a range of spa treatments including massages, facials, body wraps, and nail care in a serene and relaxing environment. Touch of Tranquility Massage specializes in therapeutic massages to help alleviate stress, and muscle tension, and promote overall well-being.

Top sites in Gilbert, AZ are Golfland Sunsplash, Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, and Freestone District Park. 

Population: 275,411 (2023). ZIP codes: 85233, 85234, 85295, 85296, 85297, 85298. Area code: 480. Elevation: 1,237 ft (377 m). Area: 40 square miles (104 km2)

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What is special about Gilbert, AZ?

Gilbert is central to many of Arizona's scenic attractions. Northeast lies the Superstition Mountains, the location of the legendary Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine, as well as the Tonto National Forest which contains scenery ranging from rugged desert to cool pines. South lies Saguaro National Park, home to the giant saguaro, a plant found in only a small portion of the United States. But you don’t have to travel outside of Gilbert to discover the outdoors. Considered the premier bird-watching facility in the Phoenix metro region, the Riparian Preserve located within Gilbert features hiking and equestrian trails and provides an opportunity for wildlife and bird watching (approximately 250 species of birds have been sighted).

Is Gilbert, AZ a small or large town?

The population was 267,918 at the 2020 census and was estimated to be 275,346 in 2022. It is the fifth-largest municipality in Arizona, and the fourth-largest in the Phoenix metro area. It covers an area of nearly 69 square miles (179 km2). Gilbert has made a rapid transformation from an agriculture-based community to an economically diverse suburban center located in the southeastern valley of the Greater Phoenix area. It has grown at an extremely high rate over the last three decades, increasing in population from 5,717 in 1980 to 267,918 as of the 2020 census.

What is the history of Gilbert, AZ?

Gilbert was established by William "Bobby" Gilbert, who provided land to the Arizona Eastern Railway in 1902 to construct a rail line between Phoenix and Florence, Arizona. Ayer's Grocery Store, the first store in Gilbert, opened in 1910 and became the location of the first post office in 1912. The location of the town post office moved several times before settling on the east side of Gilbert Road downtown, where it still stands today. In 1912, many Mormons who had fled the Mormon colonies in Mexico due to the actions of the forces of Pancho Villa settled in Gilbert. By 1915, they began holding church meetings at the Gilbert Elementary School. In 1918, they were organized into the Gilbert Ward. 

Sources

Town of Gilbert

Wikipedia

Discover Gilbert

Golfland Sunsplash

Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch

Freestone District Park

Dignity Health

Downtown Gilbert HealthCare

Hope Integrative Wellness Center

Banner Gateway Medical Center

Sanctuary Spa

Touch of Tranquility Massage

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