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
$3,112
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$163
👥 People living there
666,442
319,069
Commute to work
30.3 min
31.3 min
College degree
54.9%
25.7%
Own their home
35.7%
56.8%
Below poverty line
16.6%
12.2%
Unemployment
6.1%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston 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 | Boston | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $96,760 | $63,920 | -34% in Riverside |
| Market Research Analyst | $102,390 | $69,840 | -32% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $78,180 | $101,870 | +30% in Riverside |
| Registered Nurse | $106,180 | $133,940 | +26% in Riverside |
| Operations Manager | $133,800 | $102,260 | -24% in Riverside |
| Software Developer | $166,090 | $133,270 | -20% in Riverside |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $129,180 | $105,030 | -19% in Riverside |
| HVAC Technician | $78,530 | $64,300 | -18% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Boston 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 Boston?
About $58,989 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Riverside?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $98,192 in Riverside, 7% more in Boston.