Stockton, CA
STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.9.20)
AGE IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 22,379 | 7.2% |
| 25 to 29 years | 23,831 | 7.7% |
| 30 to 34 years | 21,173 | 6.8% |
| 35 to 39 years | 22,433 | 7.2% |
| 40 to 44 years | 18,264 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 20,527 | 6.6% |
| 50 to 54 years | 16,691 | 5.4% |
| 55 to 59 years | 14,626 | 4.7% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15,176 | 4.9% |
| 65 to 69 years | 12,716 | 4.1% |
| 70 to 74 years | 9,550 | 3.1% |
| 75 to 79 years | 8,078 | 2.6% |
| 80 to 84 years | 4,167 | 1.3% |
| 85+ years | 3,663 | 1.2% |
The median age in Stockton is 32.8 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 145,895 | 46.9% |
| Black or African American | 37,348 | 12.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1,579 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 69,347 | 22.3% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 2,003 | 0.6% |
| Other | 17,273 | 5.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 28,520 | 14.5% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 17,853 | 9.1% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 58,468 | 29.7% |
| Some college, no degree | 38,024 | 19.3% |
| Associate’s degree | 14,511 | 7.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 27,423 | 13.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 11,862 | 6.0% |
| High school graduate or higher | 150,288 | 76.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 39,285 | 20.0% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 157,376 | 80.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 7.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.0% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.9% |
Median household income: $51,318
Mean household income: $70,461
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $22,924 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $30,648 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $36,023 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $48,114 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $73,930 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 242,033 | NA |
| Never married | 100,073 | 41.3% |
| Now married (except separated) | 103,481 | 42.8% |
| Separated | 4,495 | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 14,122 | 5.8% |
| Divorced | 19,862 | 8.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 61,702 | 20.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 45,231 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 49,960 |
| Single-family detached units | 67,262 |
| Homeownership rate | 47.5% |
| Vacancy rate | 7.1% |
| Renters rate | 52.5% |
| Average housing value | $264,645 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $1,279 |
| Average rent | $945 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Average income | $70,461 |
| Average household size | 3.15 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 59.6% |
| Percent disabled | 13.7% |
| Percent with health coverage | 91.9% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 30.3 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.7% |
| Percent veterans | 5.0% |
| Percent foreign born | 25.9% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 10.7% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $63,877.81 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $497.71 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $298.67 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $83.17 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $43.92 |
| Apparel & services | $1,884.66 |
| Men’s apparel | $366.11 |
| Women’s apparel | $617.22 |
| Children’s apparel | $296.15 |
| Boys’ apparel | $99.95 |
| Girls’ apparel | $112.94 |
| Footwear | $435.23 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,207.42 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $332.05 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,000.78 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,484.40 |
| Education | $1,315.75 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,721.85 |
| Club membership fees | $197.33 |
| Dating services | $0.66 |
| Pet food | $210.94 |
| Pet services | $57.01 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,502.33 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $587.98 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $458.85 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $893.52 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,008.46 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $436.43 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,553.51 |
| Health care | $4,859.31 |
| Medical services | $913.90 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $117.83 |
| Household Services | $1,736.17 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $53.98 |
| Lawn and garden services | $365.65 |
| Housekeeping services | $154.27 |
| PC repair | $5.70 |
| Housing | $20,400.79 |
| Home improvements | $2,159.37 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,163.64 |
| Phone services | $1,535.74 |
| Water | $644.38 |
| Life and other insurance | $352.22 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,823.64 |
| Personal care products and services | $763.47 |
| Hair care products | $94.51 |
| Personal care products | $321.56 |
| Local transportation | $7,340.95 |
| Gasoline | $1,955.78 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $982.27 |
| Travel | $1,872.84 |
| Airline fares | $470.73 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $22.51 |
| Lodging on trips | $499.05 |
| Food and drink on trips | $454.24 |
| Entertainment on trips | $158.48 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY (home to STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA)
| % with any debt in collections | 33% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,546 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 15% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $690 |
| % with student loan debt | 13% |
| Average student loan debt | $15,351 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $159 |
| % with auto debt | 31% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 10,314 | 7.9% |
| February 2019 | 10,034 | 7.7% |
| March 2019 | 10,033 | 7.7% |
| April 2019 | 8,586 | 6.7% |
| May 2019 | 7,887 | 6.0% |
| June 2019 | 8,921 | 6.8% |
| July 2019 | 9,462 | 7.2% |
| August 2019 | 8,732 | 6.6% |
| September 2019 | 7,636 | 5.8% |
| October 2019 | 8,179 | 6.2% |
| November 2019 | 8,318 | 6.4% |
| December 2019 | 8,431 | 6.5% |
| January 2020 | 9,817 | 7.6% |
| February 2020 | 9,793 | 7.5% |
| March 2020 | 12,571 | 9.6% |
| April 2020 | 24,153 | 18.6% |
| May 2020 | 23,025 | 17.8% |
| June 2020 | 22,750 | 17.3% |
| July 2020 | 21,406 | 16.4% |
| August 2020 | 16,776 | 13.0% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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