salaryDurham is 8% 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
$1,797
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$204
👥 People living there
291,467
322,326
Commute to work
22.3 min
31.7 min
College degree
57.3%
20%
Own their home
52.3%
53.9%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
3.8%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $79,540 | +107% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $97,400 | +89% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $99,900 | +66% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $69,160 | +34% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $132,790 | $174,880 | +32% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $59,220 | $76,410 | +29% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $59,180 | $75,710 | +28% in Stockton |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,750 | $47,330 | +25% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $64,622 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Stockton?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $86,180 in Stockton, 2% more in Durham.