salaryOrlando is 4% 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
$1,955
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,897
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$78,014
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$394,100
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.4
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,213
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$164
$204
👥 People living there
319,758
322,326
Commute to work
26.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
42.5%
20%
Own their home
39.5%
53.9%
Below poverty line
14.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.2%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Orlando for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Orlando | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $45,520 | $79,540 | +75% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,190 | $97,400 | +62% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $83,550 | $134,580 | +61% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $63,010 | $99,900 | +59% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $50,820 | $76,410 | +50% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $51,460 | $75,710 | +47% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $49,750 | $69,160 | +39% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,560 | $125,130 | +35% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Orlando or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Orlando is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,955 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Orlando?
About $62,172 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Orlando or Stockton?
The typical household earns $78,014 in Orlando and $86,180 in Stockton, 9% more in Stockton.