salaryBirmingham is 15% 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
$1,291
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$204
👥 People living there
198,173
322,326
Commute to work
20.8 min
31.7 min
College degree
31.1%
20%
Own their home
45.5%
53.9%
Below poverty line
24.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.8%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham 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 | Birmingham | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $125,130 | +103% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $78,680 | $134,580 | +71% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $99,900 | +65% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $79,540 | +56% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,630 | $97,400 | +56% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $75,710 | +55% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $162,110 | +54% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $159,150 | +48% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $68,803 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Stockton?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $86,180 in Stockton, 42% more in Stockton.