salaryChandler is 3% 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
$2,070
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$163
👥 People living there
280,136
319,069
Commute to work
23.9 min
31.3 min
College degree
47.7%
25.7%
Own their home
65%
56.8%
Below poverty line
7.9%
12.2%
Unemployment
3.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $98,520 | +66% in Riverside |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $133,940 | +33% in Riverside |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $79,160 | +28% in Riverside |
| Civil Engineer | $90,330 | $115,120 | +27% in Riverside |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $34,800 | -27% in Riverside |
| Nurse Practitioner | $136,270 | $169,920 | +25% in Riverside |
| Physician Assistant | $134,650 | $165,490 | +23% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $101,870 | +20% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Chandler is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,070 a month there versus $2,420 in Riverside.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Chandler?
About $61,815 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Riverside?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $98,192 in Riverside, 19% more in Chandler.