Median Income
$81,094
8% higher than US avg
Home Value
$191,100
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.8%
94% lower than US avg
How Riverside Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,040
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density562/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,094
Per Capita$39,609
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$191,100
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$338,373
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation647 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute25 min
Libraries8
Is Riverside a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Riverside receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Riverside stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Riverside is $81,094, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Riverside is $191,100, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Riverside experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Riverside has a population of 1,040 with a density of 562 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 1.2% Black.
Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Riverside vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Riverside vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Riverside is $81,094, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Riverside vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,094 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,609 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,238 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,456 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,140 |
| County GDP | $12,640M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 448 |
| Healthcare | 493 |
| Retail | 492 |
| Manufacturing | 80 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |
The median home value in Riverside is $191,100, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,373.
Home Values
| Census Median | $191,100 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $338,373 |
| Median List Price | $300,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $300,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $126 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.65% |
In Riverside, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Riverside vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 10.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 4,821/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 493 |
Crime Rates: Riverside vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Riverside has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 25.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 647 ft (197 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 562/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4832°N, 91.5722°W |
| County FIPS | 19103 |