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
$1,443
$1,942
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,553
$1,595
💵 Families earn per year
$79,155
$86,180
🔑 Buying a house
$294,500
$440,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.8
105.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,822
$3,174
⚡ Electric bill per month
$143
$204
👥 People living there
307,284
322,326
Commute to work
21.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
43.8%
20%
Own their home
52.9%
53.9%
Below poverty line
15.6%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.4%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick St. Paul 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 | St. Paul | Stockton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $39,350 | $79,540 | +102% in Stockton |
| Plumber | $101,630 | $62,900 | -38% in Stockton |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,920 | $34,460 | +33% in Stockton |
| Registered Nurse | $103,040 | $134,580 | +31% in Stockton |
| Market Research Analyst | $97,910 | $73,650 | -25% in Stockton |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,730 | $97,400 | +22% in Stockton |
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,370 | $159,150 | +19% in Stockton |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,660 | $77,830 | +19% in Stockton |
Frequently asked questions
Is St. Paul or Stockton cheaper to live in?
St. Paul 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 St. Paul?
About $60,153 a year gives the same standard of living in Stockton.
Where do people earn more, St. Paul or Stockton?
The typical household earns $79,155 in St. Paul and $86,180 in Stockton, 8% more in Stockton.