salaryRochester is 8% 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
$1,331
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,281
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$50,919
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$139,600
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.0
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,152
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$155
$204
👥 People living there
208,772
322,326
Commute to work
19.3 min
31.7 min
College degree
30%
20%
Own their home
38.1%
53.9%
Below poverty line
27.8%
15.5%
Unemployment
7.9%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Rochester 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 | Rochester | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $86,570 | $134,580 | +55% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,840 | $97,400 | +55% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,650 | $125,130 | +34% in Stockton |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,060 | $77,830 | +25% in Stockton |
| Physician Assistant | $130,430 | $162,110 | +24% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,110 | $159,150 | +24% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $45,310 | $34,460 | -24% in Stockton |
| Pharmacist | $136,310 | $162,440 | +19% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Rochester or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in Rochester?
About $64,980 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Rochester or Stockton?
The typical household earns $50,919 in Rochester and $86,180 in Stockton, 41% more in Stockton.