salaryCharlotte is 8% 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
$1,881
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$204
👥 People living there
903,844
322,326
Commute to work
24.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
48%
20%
Own their home
51%
53.9%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.6%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Charlotte | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $79,540 | +106% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,680 | $97,400 | +66% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $99,900 | +58% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $90,620 | $134,580 | +49% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $50,960 | $69,160 | +36% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $59,080 | $76,410 | +29% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $98,390 | $125,130 | +27% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $59,840 | $75,710 | +27% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Charlotte is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Charlotte?
About $64,771 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Stockton?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $86,180 in Stockton, 3% more in Charlotte.