salaryRiverside is 8% 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
$3,180
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,128
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$195,754
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$1,403,800
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,190
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$163
👥 People living there
228,295
319,069
Commute to work
30.3 min
31.3 min
College degree
63.9%
25.7%
Own their home
60.8%
56.8%
Below poverty line
5.2%
12.2%
Unemployment
4.7%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fremont 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 | Fremont | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $123,250 | $69,840 | -43% in Riverside |
| Operations Manager | $149,990 | $102,260 | -32% in Riverside |
| Firefighter | $113,700 | $79,160 | -30% in Riverside |
| Software Developer | $186,640 | $133,270 | -29% in Riverside |
| Registered Nurse | $186,610 | $133,940 | -28% in Riverside |
| Dental Hygienist | $146,760 | $105,730 | -28% in Riverside |
| Accountant | $110,730 | $83,920 | -24% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $132,000 | $101,870 | -23% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fremont or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Riverside is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,420 a month there versus $3,180 in Fremont.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Fremont?
About $55,241 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Fremont or Riverside?
The typical household earns $195,754 in Fremont and $98,192 in Riverside, 99% more in Fremont.