salaryParadise is 5% 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
$1,532
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,510
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$63,836
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$384,200
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,553
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$142
$204
👥 People living there
185,913
322,326
Commute to work
23.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
24.1%
20%
Own their home
41.9%
53.9%
Below poverty line
17.6%
15.5%
Unemployment
9.8%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Paradise | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,040 | $97,400 | +50% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $79,540 | +34% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $134,580 | +29% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $99,900 | +28% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $34,460 | +27% in Stockton |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $49,990 | +26% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $60,240 | $75,710 | +26% in Stockton |
| Cashier | $29,360 | $36,340 | +24% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Paradise or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Paradise is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,532 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Paradise?
About $62,918 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Paradise or Stockton?
The typical household earns $63,836 in Paradise and $86,180 in Stockton, 26% more in Stockton.