salaryLincoln is 15% 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
$1,328
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$204
👥 People living there
294,856
322,326
Commute to work
18.4 min
31.7 min
College degree
41.8%
20%
Own their home
56.1%
53.9%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
3.3%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $174,880 | +73% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,940 | $97,400 | +57% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $87,530 | $134,580 | +54% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $69,160 | +39% in Stockton |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $138,550 | +36% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $79,540 | +33% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,100 | $125,130 | +32% in Stockton |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $83,570 | +28% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $68,850 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Stockton?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $86,180 in Stockton, 10% more in Stockton.