salaryLouisville 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
$1,278
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,200
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$72,097
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$233,900
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,989
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$167
$204
👥 People living there
631,818
322,326
Commute to work
22.5 min
31.7 min
College degree
33.8%
20%
Own their home
60.7%
53.9%
Below poverty line
15.8%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.5%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Louisville 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 | Louisville | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $45,160 | $79,540 | +76% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $84,850 | $134,580 | +59% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,610 | $97,400 | +58% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $63,220 | $99,900 | +58% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $81,390 | $125,130 | +54% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $124,530 | $174,880 | +40% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $122,900 | $159,150 | +29% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $58,930 | $75,710 | +28% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Louisville or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Louisville is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,278 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Louisville?
About $67,745 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Louisville or Stockton?
The typical household earns $72,097 in Louisville and $86,180 in Stockton, 16% more in Stockton.