salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,942
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,595
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$86,180
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$440,900
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,174
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$146
👥 People living there
322,326
188,065
Commute to work
31.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
20%
50%
Own their home
53.9%
42.3%
Below poverty line
15.5%
15.8%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Tempe for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Stockton | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,400 | $59,180 | -39% in Tempe |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,460 | $47,530 | +38% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $134,580 | $100,830 | -25% in Tempe |
| Civil Engineer | $116,990 | $90,330 | -23% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $174,880 | $135,670 | -22% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $79,540 | $61,780 | -22% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $76,410 | $61,210 | -20% in Tempe |
| HVAC Technician | $75,710 | $61,170 | -19% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Stockton or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Stockton and Tempe cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Stockton?
About $58,988 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Stockton or Tempe?
The typical household earns $86,180 in Stockton and $85,917 in Tempe, 0% more in Stockton.