salaryLittle Rock is 18% 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
$1,277
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,175
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$67,949
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$236,400
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.4
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,902
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$154
$204
👥 People living there
203,436
322,326
Commute to work
18.5 min
31.7 min
College degree
44.6%
20%
Own their home
53.5%
53.9%
Below poverty line
17.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.1%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Little Rock 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 | Little Rock | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $54,840 | $99,900 | +82% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $97,870 | $174,880 | +79% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,580 | $97,400 | +66% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $81,070 | $134,580 | +66% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $48,110 | $79,540 | +65% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $48,200 | $76,410 | +59% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $48,000 | $75,710 | +58% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $109,110 | $162,110 | +49% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Rock or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Little Rock is about 18% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Little Rock?
About $70,558 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Little Rock or Stockton?
The typical household earns $67,949 in Little Rock and $86,180 in Stockton, 21% more in Stockton.