salaryBakersfield is 4% 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
$2,018
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,407
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$86,862
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$371,700
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,619
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$203
$204
👥 People living there
411,986
322,326
Commute to work
23.6 min
31.7 min
College degree
23.6%
20%
Own their home
60.6%
53.9%
Below poverty line
16.3%
15.5%
Unemployment
7%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Bakersfield for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Bakersfield | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $78,130 | $99,900 | +28% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,900 | $97,400 | +22% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $198,070 | $162,110 | -18% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $99,300 | $116,990 | +18% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $150,900 | $174,880 | +16% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $66,400 | $75,710 | +14% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $72,410 | $79,540 | +10% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $114,380 | $125,130 | +9% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bakersfield or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Bakersfield is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,018 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Bakersfield?
About $62,500 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Bakersfield or Stockton?
The typical household earns $86,862 in Bakersfield and $86,180 in Stockton, 1% more in Bakersfield.