salaryAustin is 7% 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
$1,932
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$204
👥 People living there
979,539
322,326
Commute to work
23.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
59.6%
20%
Own their home
43.4%
53.9%
Below poverty line
12%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.7%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Stockton for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,270 | $97,400 | +59% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $50,260 | $69,160 | +38% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $97,890 | $134,580 | +37% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $58,830 | $79,540 | +35% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $60,390 | $76,410 | +27% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $34,460 | +26% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $60,820 | $75,710 | +24% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,050 | $159,150 | +24% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $64,297 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Stockton?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $86,180 in Stockton, 17% more in Austin.