Cost of Living in Stockton, CA
Population: 320,470 • 2026 Data
$76,851
Median Household Income
-1% vs national
$1,495
Median Monthly Rent
+11% vs national
$412,900
Median Home Value
+22% vs national
8.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Stockton
The median home value in Stockton, CA is $412,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,495, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,555.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Stockton, CA is $76,851. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0%, with a labor force of 149,126 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.