salaryLubbock 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
$1,301
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$204
👥 People living there
264,814
322,326
Commute to work
16.3 min
31.7 min
College degree
35.1%
20%
Own their home
51.2%
53.9%
Below poverty line
18.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.2%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock 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 | Lubbock | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $81,480 | $134,580 | +65% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,220 | $97,400 | +64% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $76,410 | +63% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $43,500 | $69,160 | +59% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,560 | $34,460 | +53% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $49,850 | $75,710 | +52% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,340 | $125,130 | +45% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $81,840 | $116,990 | +43% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $69,049 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Stockton?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $86,180 in Stockton, 24% more in Stockton.