salaryBuffalo is 10% 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
$1,397
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,121
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$53,969
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$164,200
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.8
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,622
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$204
👥 People living there
276,854
322,326
Commute to work
19.9 min
31.7 min
College degree
31.2%
20%
Own their home
43%
53.9%
Below poverty line
26%
15.5%
Unemployment
7.3%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Buffalo 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 | Buffalo | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $82,470 | $125,130 | +52% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $99,060 | $134,580 | +36% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $130,800 | $174,880 | +34% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $126,360 | $162,110 | +28% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,490 | $97,400 | +27% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,580 | $34,460 | -26% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $80,950 | $99,900 | +23% in Stockton |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,370 | $77,830 | +23% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Buffalo is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,397 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Buffalo?
About $65,788 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Buffalo or Stockton?
The typical household earns $53,969 in Buffalo and $86,180 in Stockton, 37% more in Stockton.