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
$2,511
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,352
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$109,576
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$929,900
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,575
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$163
👥 People living there
439,418
319,069
Commute to work
29.8 min
31.3 min
College degree
48.7%
25.7%
Own their home
42.3%
56.8%
Below poverty line
13.4%
12.2%
Unemployment
6.4%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Riverside for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Oakland | 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 Oakland or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Riverside is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,420 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Oakland?
About $55,241 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Oakland or Riverside?
The typical household earns $109,576 in Oakland and $98,192 in Riverside, 12% more in Oakland.