salaryCincinnati 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
$1,379
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$204
👥 People living there
311,224
322,326
Commute to work
22.4 min
31.7 min
College degree
41.8%
20%
Own their home
39.8%
53.9%
Below poverty line
25.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.8%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati 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 | Cincinnati | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $83,650 | $134,580 | +61% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $64,740 | $97,400 | +50% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $58,570 | $79,540 | +36% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $130,980 | $174,880 | +34% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $128,520 | $162,110 | +26% in Stockton |
| Cashier | $29,170 | $36,340 | +25% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $80,410 | $99,900 | +24% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,700 | $159,150 | +24% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,379 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Cincinnati?
About $66,115 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Stockton?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $86,180 in Stockton, 34% more in Stockton.