salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,666
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$163
👥 People living there
236,254
319,069
Commute to work
26.2 min
31.3 min
College degree
77.1%
25.7%
Own their home
41.3%
56.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
12.2%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Riverside for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $102,260 | -35% in Riverside |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $133,940 | +30% in Riverside |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,840 | $169,920 | +26% in Riverside |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $34,800 | -24% in Riverside |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $98,520 | +24% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $101,870 | +21% in Riverside |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $69,840 | -20% in Riverside |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $79,160 | +18% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Riverside cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $58,654 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Riverside?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $98,192 in Riverside, 56% more in Arlington.