salaryDetroit 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
$1,347
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$163
👥 People living there
638,530
319,069
Commute to work
24.8 min
31.3 min
College degree
18.1%
25.7%
Own their home
50.3%
56.8%
Below poverty line
32.7%
12.2%
Unemployment
14%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Riverside for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Detroit | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,210 | $98,520 | +51% in Riverside |
| Registered Nurse | $97,280 | $133,940 | +38% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $78,450 | $101,870 | +30% in Riverside |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,390 | $169,920 | +26% in Riverside |
| Firefighter | $62,730 | $79,160 | +26% in Riverside |
| Plumber | $86,370 | $63,920 | -26% in Riverside |
| Physician Assistant | $131,830 | $165,490 | +26% in Riverside |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | $105,730 | +25% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Detroit is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,347 a month there versus $2,420 in Riverside.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Detroit?
About $63,675 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Riverside?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $98,192 in Riverside, 56% more in Riverside.