salaryRiverside is 6% 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
$2,566
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$163
👥 People living there
344,521
319,069
Commute to work
27.4 min
31.3 min
College degree
29.7%
25.7%
Own their home
46.2%
56.8%
Below poverty line
12.4%
12.2%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Riverside for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $79,160 | -19% in Riverside |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $102,260 | -19% in Riverside |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $133,270 | -17% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $101,870 | -16% in Riverside |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $69,840 | -16% in Riverside |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $105,730 | -14% in Riverside |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $121,560 | $105,030 | -14% in Riverside |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $64,300 | -13% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Riverside is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,420 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $56,236 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Riverside?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $98,192 in Riverside, 5% more in Anaheim.