Riverside
USA
Updated on August 13, 2025
Overview
Riverside is a city located in Riverside County, California, in the metropolitan area known as the Inland Empire. It's famous for its historic architecture, University of California Riverside, and citrus heritage. The city combines modern urban elements with historic charm.
Average cost of living€4,570.00
Quality of Life78/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€650.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,650.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,350.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,800.00
3-bed flat (outside)€2,200.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€180.00
Internet€65.00
Mobile plan€50.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.00
Monthly pass€75.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€4.80
Leisure
Cinema ticket€14.00
Fitness club€45.00
Education
Preschool (month)€1,200.00
Intl. primary (year)€15,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€4,200.00
sqm outside center€3,200.00
Advantages
- ✓ Lower cost of living than Los Angeles and Orange County
- ✓ Mediterranean climate with over 280 sunny days per year
- ✓ Excellent highway and public transportation connections
- ✓ Rich history and preserved historic architecture
- ✓ Prestigious universities like UC Riverside
Disadvantages
- × Air quality can be problematic due to smog
- × Very high temperatures in summer
- × Car dependency for transportation
- × Less entertainment diversity than coastal cities
- × Congested traffic during rush hours