San Antonio is 11% 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
$1,463
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,457
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$70,163
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$235,700
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
94.7
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,122
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$179
$204
👥 People living there
1,479,835
322,326
Commute to work
24.5 min
31.7 min
College degree
29%
20%
Own their home
52.2%
53.9%
Below poverty line
17.1%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.2%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick San Antonio 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 | San Antonio | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,720 | $97,400 | +58% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $94,370 | $134,580 | +43% in Stockton |
| Carpenter | $48,900 | $69,160 | +41% in Stockton |
| Police Officer | $73,860 | $99,900 | +35% in Stockton |
| Electrician | $57,010 | $76,410 | +34% in Stockton |
| Civil Engineer | $88,290 | $116,990 | +33% in Stockton |
| HVAC Technician | $58,590 | $75,710 | +29% in Stockton |
| Dental Hygienist | $98,480 | $125,130 | +27% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is San Antonio or Stockton cheaper to live in?
San Antonio is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Stockton to match $60,000 in San Antonio?
About $66,571 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, San Antonio or Stockton?
The typical household earns $70,163 in San Antonio and $86,180 in Stockton, 19% more in Stockton.