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
$1,760
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$76,054
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$320,700
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,075
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$160
$204
👥 People living there
1,307,930
322,326
Commute to work
25.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
38.2%
20%
Own their home
42.4%
53.9%
Below poverty line
16.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.9%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Stockton for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Dallas | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $97,400 | +50% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $34,460 | +43% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $69,160 | +42% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $134,580 | +33% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $76,410 | +29% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $75,710 | +27% in Stockton |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | $47,330 | +23% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $125,130 | +23% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Dallas or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Dallas 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 Dallas?
About $61,163 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Dallas or Stockton?
The typical household earns $76,054 in Dallas and $86,180 in Stockton, 12% more in Stockton.