salaryStockton is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,942
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,595
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$86,180
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$440,900
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.1
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,174
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$96
👥 People living there
322,326
681,294
Commute to work
31.7 min
30 min
College degree
20%
64.2%
Own their home
53.9%
41.5%
Below poverty line
15.5%
15.4%
Unemployment
8.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Stockton | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $105,040 | $156,460 | +49% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,460 | $46,040 | +34% in Washington |
| Registered Nurse | $134,580 | $102,710 | -24% in Washington |
| Accountant | $83,570 | $102,140 | +22% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $106,310 | $127,040 | +19% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,400 | $79,470 | -18% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $73,650 | $87,160 | +18% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $99,900 | $84,000 | -16% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Stockton or Washington cheaper to live in?
Stockton is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,942 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Stockton?
About $62,167 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Stockton or Washington?
The typical household earns $86,180 in Stockton and $118,495 in Washington, 27% more in Washington.