Stockton, California has an overall cost of living index of 98.9, which is 1.1 points below the US average of 100 — making it about average versus most American cities. Renters pay a median of $1,495 per month, while the typical home is valued around $412,900. Households earn a median of $76,851 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is good, with an average AQI of 48. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$76,851
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,495
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$412,900
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
98.9
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,288
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$1,395
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,742
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$2,423
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
98.9
Goods
100.8
Rents / Housing
73.5
Services
145.0
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
State Income Tax
13.30%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
7.25%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
320,470
Latest estimate
Median Age
33.7 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
48.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Stockton?
Stockton has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 98.9. The US national average is 100, so Stockton is 1.1 points below the national average.
What is the median rent in Stockton?
The median gross rent in Stockton is $1,495 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Stockton?
The median household income in Stockton is $76,851 per year.
What is the median home value in Stockton?
The median home value in Stockton is $412,900 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Stockton?
Stockton has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.0, which is rated "Good" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Stockton?
California has a top state income tax rate of 13.30% and a statewide sales tax of 7.25% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology