salaryAugusta 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
$1,458
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$204
👥 People living there
201,528
322,326
Commute to work
21.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
24.7%
20%
Own their home
50.8%
53.9%
Below poverty line
20.1%
15.5%
Unemployment
8.6%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $34,460 | +87% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $99,900 | +71% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $79,540 | +67% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $125,130 | +57% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $75,710 | +55% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,000 | $97,400 | +55% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $87,760 | $134,580 | +53% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $174,880 | +41% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $68,609 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Stockton?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $86,180 in Stockton, 31% more in Stockton.