salaryRichmond is 7% 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
$1,644
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,520
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$69,657
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$353,000
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,150
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$204
👥 People living there
229,359
322,326
Commute to work
21.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
45.6%
20%
Own their home
43.5%
53.9%
Below poverty line
18.2%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.7%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Richmond 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 | Richmond | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $62,720 | $99,900 | +59% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,290 | $97,400 | +59% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $93,580 | $134,580 | +44% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $51,870 | $69,160 | +33% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $60,790 | $79,540 | +31% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $91,300 | $116,990 | +28% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $59,130 | $75,710 | +28% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $126,810 | $162,110 | +28% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Richmond or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Richmond is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,644 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Richmond?
About $64,434 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Richmond or Stockton?
The typical household earns $69,657 in Richmond and $86,180 in Stockton, 19% more in Stockton.