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
$1,775
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,560
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$85,748
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$303,000
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,191
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$186
$204
👥 People living there
963,194
322,326
Commute to work
27.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
32%
20%
Own their home
57%
53.9%
Below poverty line
13.1%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.8%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Worth for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Worth | 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 Fort Worth or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth?
About $61,163 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Fort Worth or Stockton?
The typical household earns $85,748 in Fort Worth and $86,180 in Stockton, 1% more in Stockton.