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
$1,988
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$204
👥 People living there
219,215
322,326
Commute to work
30.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
21.2%
20%
Own their home
58.9%
53.9%
Below poverty line
13.3%
15.5%
Unemployment
7.2%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC Technician | $64,760 | $75,710 | +17% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $101,000 | $116,990 | +16% in Stockton |
| Software Developer | $119,770 | $138,550 | +16% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $159,150 | -8% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $164,010 | $174,880 | +7% in Stockton |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,760 | $106,310 | +7% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $73,730 | $69,160 | -6% in Stockton |
| Customer Service Representative | $47,230 | $49,990 | +6% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Modesto 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 Modesto?
About $60,565 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Stockton?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $86,180 in Stockton, 0% more in Stockton.