Cost of Living in Riverside, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.1
100 = national avg
+4.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,821
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,304
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing106.9
Food101.8
Transportation103.6
Healthcare101.4
Utilities102.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,155
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,266
per month
The overall cost of living index in Riverside is 104.1, which is 4.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 106.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,821 per year to cover basic expenses.