salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,826
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,712
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$89,248
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$408,000
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,604
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$204
👥 People living there
511,764
322,326
Commute to work
24.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
32.5%
20%
Own their home
64.4%
53.9%
Below poverty line
10.3%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.2%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Mesa for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Mesa | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $97,400 | +65% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $134,580 | +33% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $90,330 | $116,990 | +30% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $174,880 | +29% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $79,540 | +29% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $34,460 | -27% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $61,210 | $76,410 | +25% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | $75,710 | +24% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Mesa and Stockton cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Mesa?
About $61,030 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Mesa or Stockton?
The typical household earns $89,248 in Mesa and $86,180 in Stockton, 4% more in Mesa.