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
$2,152
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,950
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$94,176
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$506,300
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
106.7
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,842
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$204
👥 People living there
528,706
322,326
Commute to work
25.3 min
31.7 min
College degree
37.1%
20%
Own their home
51.7%
53.9%
Below poverty line
13.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.6%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Sacramento 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 | Sacramento | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant | $61,970 | $47,840 | -23% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $171,460 | $134,580 | -22% in Stockton |
| Firefighter | $94,080 | $79,540 | -15% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $66,670 | $75,710 | +14% in Stockton |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,330 | $106,310 | -13% in Stockton |
| Operations Manager | $118,460 | $105,040 | -11% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $111,460 | $99,900 | -10% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $130,150 | $116,990 | -10% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is Sacramento or Stockton cheaper to live in?
Sacramento 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 Sacramento?
About $59,111 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, Sacramento or Stockton?
The typical household earns $94,176 in Sacramento and $86,180 in Stockton, 9% more in Sacramento.