salaryCleveland is 12% 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
$1,277
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$204
👥 People living there
366,097
322,326
Commute to work
22.5 min
31.7 min
College degree
22.4%
20%
Own their home
41.7%
53.9%
Below poverty line
30.6%
15.5%
Unemployment
10.8%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $83,940 | $134,580 | +60% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $88,990 | $125,130 | +41% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $134,680 | $174,880 | +30% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $97,400 | +27% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $79,540 | +27% in Stockton |
| Cashier | $29,130 | $36,340 | +25% in Stockton |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $138,550 | +24% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $99,900 | +24% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $67,133 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Stockton?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $86,180 in Stockton, 49% more in Stockton.