salaryStockton is 3% 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
$2,666
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$204
👥 People living there
236,254
322,326
Commute to work
26.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
77.1%
20%
Own their home
41.3%
53.9%
Below poverty line
7.4%
15.5%
Unemployment
3.3%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $105,040 | -33% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $134,580 | +31% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $34,460 | -25% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $97,400 | +23% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $99,900 | +19% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $79,540 | +19% in Stockton |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $83,570 | -18% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,840 | $159,150 | +18% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Stockton is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,942 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $57,909 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Stockton?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $86,180 in Stockton, 78% more in Arlington.