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
$1,814
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$204
👥 People living there
1,579,706
322,326
Commute to work
31.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
35.4%
20%
Own their home
51.8%
53.9%
Below poverty line
21.4%
15.5%
Unemployment
8.1%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Stockton for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $101,180 | $134,580 | +33% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,820 | $125,130 | +24% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,570 | $97,400 | +24% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $135,640 | $162,110 | +20% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $99,410 | $116,990 | +18% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $135,700 | $159,150 | +17% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $64,580 | $75,710 | +17% in Stockton |
| Plumber | $74,860 | $62,900 | -16% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
About $61,483 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or Stockton?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $86,180 in Stockton, 22% more in Stockton.