salaryProvidence is 3% 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
$1,964
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,603
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$73,466
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.8
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,418
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$204
👥 People living there
191,767
322,326
Commute to work
25 min
31.7 min
College degree
34.6%
20%
Own their home
41.4%
53.9%
Below poverty line
20.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
8.2%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Providence for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Providence | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $89,310 | $125,130 | +40% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $99,880 | $134,580 | +35% in Stockton |
| Lawyer | $133,000 | $174,880 | +31% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $76,850 | $99,900 | +30% in Stockton |
| Pharmacist | $130,840 | $162,440 | +24% in Stockton |
| Plumber | $79,820 | $62,900 | -21% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $66,150 | $79,540 | +20% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $99,310 | $116,990 | +18% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Providence or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Providence?
About $61,955 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Providence or Stockton?
The typical household earns $73,466 in Providence and $86,180 in Stockton, 15% more in Stockton.