salaryMontgomery is 17% 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
$1,304
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$204
👥 People living there
197,494
322,326
Commute to work
20.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
33.8%
20%
Own their home
54.4%
53.9%
Below poverty line
21.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.4%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery 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 | Montgomery | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $125,130 | +108% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $99,900 | +106% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $79,570 | $134,580 | +69% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,610 | $97,400 | +63% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $48,780 | $79,540 | +63% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $162,110 | +59% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $75,710 | +56% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $76,410 | +53% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $70,308 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Stockton?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $86,180 in Stockton, 29% more in Stockton.