salaryGreensboro is 13% 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
$1,496
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$204
👥 People living there
301,198
322,326
Commute to work
21.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
41%
20%
Own their home
50.5%
53.9%
Below poverty line
17%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.1%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro 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 | Greensboro | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $79,540 | +71% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $99,900 | +64% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $97,400 | +63% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $134,580 | +62% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $125,130 | +49% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $69,160 | +39% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $174,880 | +38% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $162,110 | +34% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $67,898 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Stockton?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $86,180 in Stockton, 23% more in Stockton.