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
$2,420
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,020
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$98,192
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$584,800
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
106.4
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,428
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$163
$204
👥 People living there
319,069
322,326
Commute to work
31.3 min
31.7 min
College degree
25.7%
20%
Own their home
56.8%
53.9%
Below poverty line
12.2%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.3%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Riverside 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 | Riverside | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $105,730 | $125,130 | +18% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $64,300 | $75,710 | +18% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $169,920 | $159,150 | -6% in Stockton |
| Customer Service Representative | $47,150 | $49,990 | +6% in Stockton |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,840 | $73,650 | +5% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $72,790 | $76,410 | +5% in Stockton |
| Software Developer | $133,270 | $138,550 | +4% in Stockton |
| Restaurant Cook | $42,450 | $41,170 | -3% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Riverside or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Riverside 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 Riverside?
About $59,237 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Riverside or Stockton?
The typical household earns $98,192 in Riverside and $86,180 in Stockton, 14% more in Riverside.