salaryFayetteville is 14% 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
$1,530
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$204
👥 People living there
210,815
322,326
Commute to work
19.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
29%
20%
Own their home
47.4%
53.9%
Below poverty line
17.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
7.9%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville 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 | Fayetteville | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $79,540 | +116% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $99,900 | +107% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $54,350 | $97,400 | +79% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $83,060 | $134,580 | +62% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $174,880 | +62% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $46,800 | $69,160 | +48% in Stockton |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $49,990 | +42% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $56,220 | $75,710 | +35% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,530 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $68,553 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Stockton?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $86,180 in Stockton, 27% more in Stockton.