salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,619
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$204
👥 People living there
573,243
322,326
Commute to work
29.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
36.1%
20%
Own their home
47.5%
53.9%
Below poverty line
19.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.5%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore 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 | Baltimore | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $99,550 | $134,580 | +35% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $174,880 | +32% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $99,900 | +31% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $97,400 | +27% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,990 | $159,150 | +21% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $63,180 | $75,710 | +20% in Stockton |
| Pharmacist | $138,110 | $162,440 | +18% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $138,790 | $162,110 | +17% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Stockton cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $60,346 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Stockton?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $86,180 in Stockton, 22% more in Stockton.