salaryAlbuquerque is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Riverside to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$163
👥 People living there
562,218
319,069
Commute to work
22.4 min
31.3 min
College degree
39.2%
25.7%
Own their home
61.8%
56.8%
Below poverty line
15.5%
12.2%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Riverside for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $79,160 | +87% in Riverside |
| Registered Nurse | $96,040 | $133,940 | +39% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $101,870 | +39% in Riverside |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,370 | $76,970 | +34% in Riverside |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,520 | $98,520 | +30% in Riverside |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,230 | $46,060 | +24% in Riverside |
| Electrician | $59,120 | $72,790 | +23% in Riverside |
| Restaurant Cook | $35,190 | $42,450 | +21% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,401 a month there versus $2,420 in Riverside.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $66,842 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Riverside?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $98,192 in Riverside, 25% more in Riverside.