salaryAmarillo is 14% 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
$1,219
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$204
👥 People living there
201,885
322,326
Commute to work
19.6 min
31.7 min
College degree
26.6%
20%
Own their home
59.7%
53.9%
Below poverty line
15.8%
15.5%
Unemployment
3.4%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo 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 | Amarillo | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $79,540 | +64% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,170 | $97,400 | +59% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $86,850 | $134,580 | +55% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $116,990 | +54% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $75,710 | +52% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $34,460 | +52% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $125,130 | +47% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $69,160 | +45% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $68,671 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Stockton?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $86,180 in Stockton, 18% more in Stockton.