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
$1,874
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$163
👥 People living there
641,165
319,069
Commute to work
24.1 min
31.3 min
College degree
53.8%
25.7%
Own their home
52%
56.8%
Below poverty line
12.7%
12.2%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Riverside for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Portland | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $101,010 | $63,920 | -37% in Riverside |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $54,780 | $34,800 | -36% in Riverside |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $72,790 | -31% in Riverside |
| Elementary School Teacher | $82,330 | $98,520 | +20% in Riverside |
| Market Research Analyst | $85,350 | $69,840 | -18% in Riverside |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,360 | $105,030 | -18% in Riverside |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 | $46,700 | -17% in Riverside |
| Operations Manager | $121,050 | $102,260 | -16% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Portland 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 Portland?
About $60,581 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Riverside?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $98,192 in Riverside, 0% more in Riverside.