salaryOmaha 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
$1,448
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,367
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$78,947
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$245,500
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,128
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$131
$204
👥 People living there
488,837
322,326
Commute to work
19.6 min
31.7 min
College degree
40.1%
20%
Own their home
57.4%
53.9%
Below poverty line
13.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.2%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Omaha for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Omaha | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $84,600 | $134,580 | +59% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,670 | $97,400 | +55% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,170 | $125,130 | +33% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $131,730 | $174,880 | +33% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $52,800 | $69,160 | +31% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $61,040 | $79,540 | +30% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $99,900 | +24% in Stockton |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,540 | $77,830 | +22% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Omaha or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Omaha is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,448 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Omaha?
About $68,603 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Omaha or Stockton?
The typical household earns $78,947 in Omaha and $86,180 in Stockton, 8% more in Stockton.