Median Income
$48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$114,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,036
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.7%
30% lower than US avg
How Stockton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population127
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density1,155/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.6%
Economy
C+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$32,619
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$114,600
Rent$1,036
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$337,807
Rent Burden22.1%
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation735 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute24 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries11
Is Stockton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stockton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stockton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Stockton is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stockton is $114,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,036 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Stockton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Stockton has a population of 127 with a density of 1,155 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Stockton is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,619 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,176 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,464 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.8% |
| 172% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,239 |
| County GDP | $13,291M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 496 |
| Healthcare | 523 |
| Retail | 618 |
| Manufacturing | 172 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,638 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
The median home value in Stockton is $114,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,036 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,807.
Home Values
| Census Median | $114,600 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $337,807 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,036 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,638 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.79% |
In Stockton, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stockton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,236/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 523 |
Crime Rates: Stockton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Stockton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.2 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,155/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5908°N, 90.8564°W |
| County FIPS | 19163 |