salaryPort St. Lucie 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
$2,470
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,839
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$86,979
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$369,200
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,585
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$204
👥 People living there
232,491
322,326
Commute to work
30.5 min
31.7 min
College degree
28.1%
20%
Own their home
84%
53.9%
Below poverty line
9.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
6%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Port St. Lucie for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Port St. Lucie | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $53,610 | $97,400 | +82% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $82,090 | $134,580 | +64% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $48,640 | $69,160 | +42% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,060 | $125,130 | +33% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $57,210 | $75,710 | +32% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $132,360 | $174,880 | +32% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $58,540 | $76,410 | +31% in Stockton |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,380 | $49,990 | +30% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Port St. Lucie or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Port St. Lucie is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,470 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Port St. Lucie?
About $62,910 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Port St. Lucie or Stockton?
The typical household earns $86,979 in Port St. Lucie and $86,180 in Stockton, 1% more in Port St. Lucie.
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