salaryAkron is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Stockton to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$204
👥 People living there
189,247
322,326
Commute to work
22.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
23.6%
20%
Own their home
50.7%
53.9%
Below poverty line
23.3%
15.5%
Unemployment
7.8%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $80,770 | $134,580 | +67% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $125,130 | +51% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $174,880 | +38% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $99,900 | +34% in Stockton |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $138,550 | +31% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $79,540 | +30% in Stockton |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $77,830 | +25% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,090 | $159,150 | +25% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Akron is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,129 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $67,531 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Stockton?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $86,180 in Stockton, 40% more in Stockton.