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
$2,010
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,058
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$121,065
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$465,900
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,700
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$204
👥 People living there
290,594
322,326
Commute to work
25.4 min
31.7 min
College degree
60.5%
20%
Own their home
56.9%
53.9%
Below poverty line
6.8%
15.5%
Unemployment
4%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Plano | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $97,400 | +50% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $34,460 | +43% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $69,160 | +42% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $134,580 | +33% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $76,410 | +29% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $75,710 | +27% in Stockton |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | $47,330 | +23% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $125,130 | +23% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Plano or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Plano 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 Plano?
About $61,163 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Plano or Stockton?
The typical household earns $121,065 in Plano and $86,180 in Stockton, 40% more in Plano.