A DRIVE AROUND TOWN
Stockton - California - 4K Downtown Drive
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Relocation guide
Moving to Stockton
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
320,470
Median age 33.7
Median household income
$76,851
Median rent
$1,495/mo
Median home value
$412,900
Schools
111
27 districts
Summer high / winter low
95° / 38°
Pros
- Property taxes are low: about 0.71% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in April, May, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 56 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Hot summers: July highs average 95°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
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Where in Stockton?
Stockton spans 10 zip codes. Median home values range from $288,600 to $539,900 by zip.
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STOCKTON CALIFORNIA DRIVE
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Is Stockton a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Property taxes are low: about 0.71% of home value a year (US 0.98%). Mild weather in April, May, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Hot summers: July highs average 95°F.
How much do I need to earn to live in Stockton?
The median household earns $76,851. Rent at the median ($1,495/month) is about 23% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $59,800 a year.
How many schools are in Stockton?
111 public and private schools across 27 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Stockton?
Highs average 95°F in July and lows 38°F in December. The most comfortable months are April, May, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.