salaryChattanooga 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
$1,537
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$204
👥 People living there
185,783
322,326
Commute to work
18.5 min
31.7 min
College degree
36%
20%
Own their home
52.4%
53.9%
Below poverty line
19.1%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.4%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga 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 | Chattanooga | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $99,900 | +95% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $79,540 | +73% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $134,580 | +69% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,830 | $97,400 | +63% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,460 | $125,130 | +50% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $75,710 | +49% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $34,460 | +42% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $116,480 | $159,150 | +37% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $68,938 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Stockton?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $86,180 in Stockton, 19% more in Stockton.