salaryChesapeake 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
$1,849
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$102,860
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$378,400
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,108
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$178
$204
👥 People living there
252,583
322,326
Commute to work
25.8 min
31.7 min
College degree
36.9%
20%
Own their home
74.4%
53.9%
Below poverty line
9.4%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.9%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chesapeake for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chesapeake | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $99,900 | +67% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,380 | $97,400 | +54% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $89,450 | $134,580 | +50% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $79,540 | +40% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $51,500 | $69,160 | +34% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $133,380 | $174,880 | +31% in Stockton |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $49,990 | +31% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $126,430 | $162,110 | +28% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chesapeake or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Chesapeake is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,849 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Chesapeake?
About $64,379 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Chesapeake or Stockton?
The typical household earns $102,860 in Chesapeake and $86,180 in Stockton, 19% more in Chesapeake.