salaryGrand Rapids is 10% 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
$1,751
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$74,533
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$244,500
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,493
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$100
$204
👥 People living there
198,535
322,326
Commute to work
19 min
31.7 min
College degree
41.6%
20%
Own their home
54%
53.9%
Below poverty line
16.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.2%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Grand Rapids 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 | Grand Rapids | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $83,920 | $134,580 | +60% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,900 | $97,400 | +57% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,290 | $125,130 | +48% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $56,260 | $79,540 | +41% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $129,360 | $174,880 | +35% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $74,920 | $99,900 | +33% in Stockton |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,130 | $47,330 | +31% in Stockton |
| Software Developer | $107,520 | $138,550 | +29% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Grand Rapids or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Grand Rapids is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,751 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Grand Rapids?
About $65,993 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Grand Rapids or Stockton?
The typical household earns $74,533 in Grand Rapids and $86,180 in Stockton, 14% more in Stockton.