salaryMobile is 19% 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
$1,257
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,109
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$57,762
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$193,300
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
88.1
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$968
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$204
👥 People living there
203,416
322,326
Commute to work
22.8 min
31.7 min
College degree
32%
20%
Own their home
54%
53.9%
Below poverty line
18.4%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.6%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Mobile 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 | Mobile | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $47,000 | $99,900 | +113% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,710 | $125,130 | +106% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $46,770 | $79,540 | +70% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $79,490 | $134,580 | +69% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,970 | $97,400 | +60% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $47,960 | $75,710 | +58% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $104,960 | $162,110 | +54% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,480 | $159,150 | +54% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mobile or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Mobile?
About $71,572 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Mobile or Stockton?
The typical household earns $57,762 in Mobile and $86,180 in Stockton, 33% more in Stockton.