Pittsburgh is 11% 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
$1,621
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$70,903
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$205,800
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
94.7
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,822
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$114
$204
👥 People living there
304,759
322,326
Commute to work
22.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
49.1%
20%
Own their home
47.7%
53.9%
Below poverty line
20.1%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.1%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Pittsburgh 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 | Pittsburgh | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $75,960 | $125,130 | +65% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $82,370 | $134,580 | +63% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $119,630 | $159,150 | +33% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $133,040 | $174,880 | +31% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $125,230 | $162,110 | +29% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,550 | $97,400 | +27% in Stockton |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,060 | $77,830 | +23% in Stockton |
| Cashier | $29,470 | $36,340 | +23% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Pittsburgh or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Pittsburgh is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,621 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Pittsburgh?
About $66,603 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Pittsburgh or Stockton?
The typical household earns $70,903 in Pittsburgh and $86,180 in Stockton, 18% more in Stockton.