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
$1,892
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,827
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$88,254
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$315,600
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,752
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$159
$204
👥 People living there
256,492
322,326
Commute to work
24.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
42.4%
20%
Own their home
38.1%
53.9%
Below poverty line
11%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.5%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Irving for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irving | 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 Irving or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Irving 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 Irving?
About $61,163 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Irving or Stockton?
The typical household earns $88,254 in Irving and $86,180 in Stockton, 2% more in Irving.