salaryMemphis is 14% 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
$1,399
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,194
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$55,797
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$169,000
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.2
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,845
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$223
$204
👥 People living there
618,980
322,326
Commute to work
21.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
28%
20%
Own their home
44.9%
53.9%
Below poverty line
23.1%
15.5%
Unemployment
8.3%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Memphis 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 | Memphis | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $81,500 | $134,580 | +65% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $78,580 | $125,130 | +59% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,510 | $97,400 | +58% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,550 | $34,460 | +40% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $50,620 | $69,160 | +37% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $56,780 | $75,710 | +33% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $121,900 | $162,110 | +33% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $75,410 | $99,900 | +32% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Memphis or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Memphis?
About $68,403 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Memphis or Stockton?
The typical household earns $55,797 in Memphis and $86,180 in Stockton, 35% more in Stockton.