salaryBoise City 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
$1,711
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$204
👥 People living there
237,242
322,326
Commute to work
18.9 min
31.7 min
College degree
47.5%
20%
Own their home
63.2%
53.9%
Below poverty line
10.6%
15.5%
Unemployment
3.6%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $174,880 | +59% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,230 | $97,400 | +59% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $97,880 | $134,580 | +37% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $69,160 | +36% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,650 | $125,130 | +32% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $57,270 | $75,710 | +32% in Stockton |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $106,310 | +31% in Stockton |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $105,040 | +26% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Boise City is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,711 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $64,085 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Stockton?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $86,180 in Stockton, 5% more in Boise City.