salaryLexington-Fayette 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
$1,463
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$204
👥 People living there
323,725
322,326
Commute to work
20.9 min
31.7 min
College degree
48.3%
20%
Own their home
53.8%
53.9%
Below poverty line
14.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.9%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $79,540 | +118% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $79,040 | $134,580 | +70% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $99,900 | +62% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,460 | $97,400 | +58% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $111,040 | $174,880 | +57% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $125,130 | +56% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $112,230 | $162,110 | +44% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $57,320 | $76,410 | +33% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $67,880 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Stockton?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $86,180 in Stockton, 13% more in Stockton.
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