salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,983
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$204
👥 People living there
2,711,226
322,326
Commute to work
33.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
44.3%
20%
Own their home
46%
53.9%
Below poverty line
16.8%
15.5%
Unemployment
8%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $103,380 | $62,900 | -39% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $100,490 | $134,580 | +34% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $127,940 | $162,110 | +27% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $102,350 | $76,410 | -25% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,260 | $125,130 | +25% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,390 | $97,400 | +24% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,740 | $159,150 | +21% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $100,160 | $116,990 | +17% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Chicago and Stockton cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $60,865 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Stockton?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $86,180 in Stockton, 3% more in Stockton.