Per diem · CaliforniaFY2027
Stockton, CA
GSA rates valid October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 · covers San Joaquin
Lodging / night$137same all year
M&IE / day$74meals + incidentals
First/last day$55.5075% of M&IE
Max per full day$211
Above standard rate+$24lodging vs $113
vs FY2026 peak+$5+3.8% · M&IE unchanged
Lodging month by month
Oct$137
Nov$137
Dec$137
Jan$137
Feb$137
Mar$137
Apr$137
May$137
Jun$137
Jul$137
Aug$137
Sep$137
Oct 2026Same rate all yearSep 2027
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FY2027 rates by season
| Dates | Max lodging | M&IE | Max per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| All year | $137 | $74 | $211 |
Lodging rates do not include hotel taxes, which are reimbursed separately.
M&IE breakdown for $74
Deduct a meal when it is provided, for example a conference lunch.
| Meal | Amount |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | $18 |
| Lunch | $20 |
| Dinner | $31 |
| Incidental expenses | $5 |
| Total M&IE per day | $74 |
| First and last day of travel (75%) | $55.50 |
Rate history
Lodging and M&IE by fiscal year.
| Fiscal year | Lodging | M&IE | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2027 | $137 | $74 | 1 |
| FY2026 | $132 | $74 | 1 |
| FY2025 | $132 | $74 | 1 |
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Common questions
What is the per diem rate for Stockton in FY2027?
For October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027, the GSA lodging rate in Stockton, CA is $137 per night, and the meals and incidental expenses (M&IE) rate is $74 per day.
How much is M&IE on the first and last day in Stockton?
Federal travelers get 75% of the M&IE rate on the first and last day of travel: $55.50 in Stockton.
Which counties does the Stockton per diem rate cover?
The Stockton rate applies to: San Joaquin. Places outside the listed counties use the standard CONUS rate of $113 lodging and $68 M&IE.
Is the lodging rate the amount I get paid?
No. Lodging is a maximum. You are reimbursed your actual hotel cost up to the nightly rate; hotel taxes are reimbursed separately. M&IE is a flat daily allowance.