Median Income
$97,500
30% higher than US avg
Home Value
$235,500
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Riverside Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population367
Median Age19.9 yrs
Density602/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Economy
A+
Median Income$97,500
Per Capita$29,235
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$4,552M
Commute14 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$235,500
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation1,294 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute14 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries12
Is Riverside a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Riverside receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $97,500, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Riverside is $235,500, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Riverside experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Riverside has a population of 367 with a density of 602 people per square mile. The median age is 19.9 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37.6%), with 23.7% Hispanic.
Population
19.9yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Riverside vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Riverside vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Riverside is $97,500, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income: Riverside vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $97,500 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,235 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,069 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,429 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,534 |
| County GDP | $4,552M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 174 |
| Healthcare | 178 |
| Retail | 235 |
| Manufacturing | 63 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,015 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.70% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.4 min |
| Work from Home | 14.9% |
The median home value in Riverside is $235,500, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $235,500 |
| 16% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,188 |
| 2% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,015 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.70% |
In Riverside, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Riverside vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 13.8% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,639/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 178 |
Crime Rates: Riverside vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Riverside has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,294 ft (394 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 602/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6768°N, 118.7368°W |
| County FIPS | 41059 |