Riverside, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Riverside County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Riverside based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
316,241
2023 ACS
Median Income
$88,575
2023
Median Home Value
$542,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,812
2023
Median Age
33.1
Unemployment
6.0%
Cost of Living Index
160.0
100 = national avg
Riverside is a city in Riverside County, California, with a population of 316,241 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Riverside is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Riverside is $88,575, and the median home value is $542,100. The cost of living index is 160.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,812 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, and the median age is 33.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
316,241
Male
157,296
49.7%
Female
158,945
50.3%
Median Age
33.1
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.2%
High School or Higher
33.9%
Foreign Born
22.4%
Veterans
3.1%
Married
36.1%
Avg Household Size
3.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.426
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
39.2%
Foreign Born
22.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
54.6%
172,699 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
45.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
298,406
English Only
53.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
111,294 speakers
Limited English
16.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
83.7%
Limited English Proficiency
16.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
9,759
3.1% of population
Disability Rate
25.3%
2,471 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$50,364
Unemployment Rate
7.6%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
8,994
92.2%
Female Veterans
765
7.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$50,364
Non-Veteran Income
$36,613
Difference
$13,751
37.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,471
Without Disability
7,288
Disability Rate
25.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
101,586
#1 Ancestry
German
5.8% (18,403)
#2 Ancestry
English
5.1% (16,168)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
4.9% (15,562)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
92,368
Family Households
68,506
74.2%
Married Couples
46,259
50.1%
Non-Family Households
23,862
25.8%
Single Mother Households
15,488
16.8%
Single Father Households
6,759
7.3%
Living Alone
16,877
18.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
59,963
In Married Couple
42,150
70.3%
With Single Mother
13,162
22.0%
With Single Father
4,651
7.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$99,967
Married Couple Income
$118,470
Single Mother Income
$59,658
Single Father Income
$72,188
Avg Family Size
3.3
Avg Non-Family Size
3.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
11,039
Grandparents Responsible
2,327
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$88,575
+21% vs national
Per Capita Income
$33,716
-9% vs national
Poverty Rate
12.5%
-8% vs national
Gini Index
0.4212
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.0%
+15% vs national
SNAP Recipients
11.1%
of households
How Riverside Compares
Riverside vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Riverside is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Riverside, CA has a median household income of $88,575, making it the 6,782nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Riverside has a higher median household income than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Riverside, CA has a per capita income of $33,716, making it the 13,455th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Riverside has a higher per capita income than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Riverside, CA has a poverty rate of 12.5%, making it the 13,654th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Riverside has a higher poverty rate than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Riverside, CA has a unemployment rate of 6.0%, making it the 9,240th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Riverside has a higher unemployment rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Riverside. The median household income here is $88,575.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.0%
-21% vs CA avg
Labor Force
162,198
Employed
152,270
Mean Commute
29 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
33.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.1
Work from Home
9.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$130.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
160.0
100 = national avg
+60.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,415
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$166,435
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,777
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,201
per month
The median household income in Riverside, CA is $88,575, which is 21.0% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $33,716. The poverty rate of 12.5% is lower than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4212, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 162,198. 16.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 29 minutes, with 9.3% working from home. About 74.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 160.0, which is 60.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 221.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,415 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$640,000
Median List Price
$649,990
Price Per Sq Ft
$365
Days on Market
60
Active Inventory
391
Months of Supply
3.8
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$635,032
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,369
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
36.9%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
27.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
103
New Listings
169
Pending Sales
166
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$365
Median List $/SF
$395
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Riverside, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro area, home prices have risen 557.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 60.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 102.9%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 50.2%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 6.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA housing market rather than Riverside alone.
Metro area: Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
Riverside vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Riverside is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Riverside, CA has a median home value of $542,100, making it the 2,658th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Riverside has a higher median home value than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Riverside, CA has a median rent of $1,812, making it the 2,357th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Riverside has a higher median rent than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Riverside, CA has a price per square foot of $365, making it the 2,362nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Riverside has a higher price per square foot than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Riverside, CA has a rent burden of 24.5%, making it the 3,773rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Riverside has a higher rent burden than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$542,100
Median Rent
$1,812
Total Housing Units
97,105
Vacancy Rate
4.9%
Owner Occupied
56.3%
Renter Occupied
43.7%
Median Property Tax
$3,308
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,970
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,308
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
of home value
Median Home Value
$542,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,914
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,308) by the median home value ($542,100). In Riverside, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.61%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Riverside, CA is $640,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 60 days on the market. 36.9% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $365. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,369/month. About 56.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1976. There are 97,105 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,308. The effective tax rate is 0.61%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.90
per 1,000 residents
+127% vs national
Property Crime Rate
28.32
per 1,000 residents
+65% vs national
Total Crimes
10,957
2024
Violent Clearance
39%
cases solved
Property Clearance
8%
cases solved
YoY Change
+8.4%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Riverside Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Riverside vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Riverside is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Riverside police solve 90% of murder cases but only 7% of burglary cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 10 | 0.03 | 90.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 173 | 0.54 | 23.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 385 | 1.20 | 27.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 1,320 | 4.12 | 44.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 1,268 | 3.96 | 6.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 6,353 | 19.84 | 7.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 1,446 | 4.52 | 8.2% |
Riverside, CA reported 1,890 violent crimes and 9,067 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.90 per 1,000 residents is 127.1% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 39% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 6,353 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 12.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,890 | 9,067 | 5.90 | 28.32 |
| 2023 | 1,762 | 10,910 | 5.45 | 33.73 |
| 2022 | 1,652 | 10,366 | 5.16 | 32.40 |
| 2021 | 1 | 7 | 0.00 | 0.02 |
| 2020 | 1,491 | 9,980 | 4.46 | 29.85 |
| 2019 | 1,686 | 9,790 | 5.06 | 29.38 |
| 2018 | 1,686 | 10,226 | 5.09 | 30.89 |
| 2017 | 1,669 | 10,032 | 5.09 | 30.58 |
| 2016 | 1,724 | 11,266 | 5.29 | 34.57 |
| 2015 | 1,441 | 10,531 | 4.46 | 32.60 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.9
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
33.3
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
13.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
64
Public Assistance
$166.5M
Individual Assistance
$7.5M
Most Common Type
Fire
36 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Fire → | Fire | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hawarden Fire → | Fire | Jul 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Hilary → | Hurricane | Nov 2023 | $18.4M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm(s) | Apr 2023 | $52K | $14K |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Fairview Fire → | Fire | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Blue Ridge Fire → | Fire | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $90.7M | $7.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| 46 Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Hill Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Severe Storm | May 2019 | $27.2M | — |
| Holy Fire → | Fire | Aug 2018 | — | — |
| Cranston Fire → | Fire | Jul 2018 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Canyon 2 Fire → | Fire | Oct 2017 | — | — |
| Canyon Fire → | Fire | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Mar 2017 | $3.2M | — |
| Silver Fire → | Fire | Aug 2013 | — | — |
| Falls Fire → | Fire | Aug 2013 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 69 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,634
Total Claims Paid
$21,146,787
Avg Claim Payout
$12,942
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
57
Federal Funding
$12,780,404
Properties Protected
115
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.42
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 10 | $951,248 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 5 | $586,673 |
| 93.3: Tribal Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 4 | $91,947 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 3 | $602,330 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $239,885 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Riverside has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are wildfire, earthquake, landslide. The area has had 64 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (36 declarations). 1,634 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $166,484,369 in public assistance recovery funding. $7,460,391 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 57 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
36.7%
0.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.7%
0.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.2%
0.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.6%
3.0pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
34.3%
Arthritis
21.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.7%
Loneliness
38.2%
Lack of Support
28.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.6%
Mobility
14.7%
Cognitive
17.3%
Hearing
5.6%
Vision
6.5%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
9.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Riverside has an obesity rate of 36.7%, which is 0.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.7%, 0.8pp below the national average. About 13.6% of adults lack health insurance. 70.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.1 mi
Pacific Grove Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Grove Hospital | 2.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Riverside Community Hospital | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center | 5.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital, Riverside | 5.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Arrowhead Regional Medical Center | 7.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
7
Pop. Served
402,209
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERSIDE, CITY OF | 298,398 | 0 |
| WESTERN MWD | 86,062 | 0 |
| WESTERN MWD - MURRIETA DIVISION | 17,453 | 0 |
| WESTERN MWD (ID A - RAINBOW) | 192 | 0 |
| HARMONY HAVEN | 54 | 0 |
| MAGNOLIA PARK | 50 | 0 |
| WESTERN MWD (ARLINGTON) | — | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
30.7K MT
Top Emitter
Riverside Energy Resource Center
30.7K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (250,000 - 500,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Riverside Energy Resource Center City Of Riverside Public Utility | Power Plants | 30,694 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 7 water systems serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 30.7K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
29 min
+23% vs national
Drive Alone
74.7%
-5% vs national
Public Transit
1.5%
+71% vs national
Work From Home
9.3%
+0% vs national
Carpool
10.3%
Walk / Bike
3.1%
combined
How Riverside's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
35
2023
6-Year Avg
39
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
13
Nighttime
25
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 32 | 35 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| 2022 | 58 | 59 | 0 | 15 | 1 |
| 2021 | 38 | 38 | 0 | 12 | 3 |
| 2020 | 38 | 41 | 16 | 8 | 0 |
| 2019 | 34 | 34 | 7 | 11 | 1 |
| 2018 | 23 | 27 | 12 | 3 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Riverside, CA is 29 minutes, which is 22.6% above the national average of 23 minutes. 74.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.3% work from home, which is below the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 1.5% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 10.3% of workers carpool. 2.4% walk to work. 0.7% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 35 traffic fatalities from 32 fatal crashes. 13 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
81.4%
of households
No Internet
4.5%
of households
Total Households
92,368
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.2%
of households
Smartphone
94.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
84.7%
of households
Tablet
68.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+77% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+73% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+87% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+16% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Riverside vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (250,000 - 500,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
7
Population Served
402,209
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIVERSIDE, CITY OF | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 298,398 | 0 |
| WESTERN MWD | Community | Purchased surface water | 86,062 | 0 |
| WESTERN MWD - MURRIETA DIVISION | Community | Purchased surface water | 17,453 | 0 |
| WESTERN MWD (ID A - RAINBOW) | Community | Purchased surface water | 192 | 0 |
| HARMONY HAVEN | Community | Ground water | 54 | 0 |
| MAGNOLIA PARK | Community | Ground water | 50 | 0 |
| WESTERN MWD (ARLINGTON) | Community | Purchased surface water | 0 | 0 |
93.7% of households in Riverside have broadband internet access. 81.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.5% of households have no internet access. 7.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 7 water systems, providing water to 402,209 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Riverside is located in Riverside County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Riverside.
Election Overview
Source: Riverside County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
451,782
48.0%
GOP Votes
463,677
49.3%
Total Votes
940,405
Margin
R+1.3%
Shift from 2020
R+9.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 451,782 | 463,677 | 940,405 | 48.0% | 49.3% | R+1.3 |
| 2020 | 527,945 | 448,702 | 996,156 | 53.0% | 45.0% | D+8.0 |
| 2016 | 339,145 | 309,514 | 683,612 | 49.6% | 45.3% | D+4.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Riverside County recorded 940,405 total votes. Republicans won the county with 49.3% of the vote compared to 48.0% for Democrats, a margin of R+1.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Riverside County has shifted 5.6 percentage points toward Republicans.
Official City Website
Source: riversideca.govPublic Records Request
Source: riversideca.govSubmit a public records request to Riverside — Uses GovQA portal.
Source: riversideca.gov
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1,472
Total Assets
$2.9B
Total Income
$1.3B
Per 10K Residents
46.5
nonprofits
-32.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
87
Median Assets
$121K
Oldest Active
1929
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $2.3B of $2.9B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Largest Nonprofits in Riverside
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFRiverside, CA has 1,472 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.9B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 285 organizations. 87 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 46.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1929.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2,815
Total Approved
$1.3B
Jobs Supported
31,179
Per 10K Residents
89.0
SBA loans
+19.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
221
Top Lender
U.S. Bank, National Association
256 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2,259
Total Amount
$926.4M
Avg Loan
$410,101
Median Loan
$180,000
SBA Guaranteed
$694.5M(75%)
Jobs Supported
22,662
Loans
556
Total Amount
$376.0M
Avg Loan
$676,287
Median Loan
$475,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
535
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$400.5M
31% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$748,623
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Reynolds Sports Management Inc. | 11 | $9.9M |
| Interfill Properties Llc | 2 | $6.9M |
| Sunset Vans, Inc. | 2 | $6.7M |
| Langdale of Ohio Inc. & Molded Devices Inc. | 4 | $6.2M |
| Youni & Jd Young Co. Gp Dba Comfort Inn Riverside | 1 | $5.0M |
| Aisa Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Canyon Springs Express Car Wash | 1 | $5.0M |
| Stainless Fixtures Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Gurkirpa Management Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Harji Harman Investment Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
Riverside, CA has received 2,815 SBA loans totaling $1.3B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 2,259 loans (80% of the total), supporting 22,662 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 556 loans totaling $376.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Riverside is U.S. Bank, National Association with 256 loans. That works out to 89.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
19
Total Population
824,346
Avg Median Income
-$34,998,284
Avg Home Value
-$69,699,407
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91752 | 37,551 | $113,450 | $647,600 | $2,022 | 15.1 |
| 92313 | 13,069 | $83,668 | $465,800 | $1,782 | 3.6 |
| 92316 | 31,909 | $82,117 | $448,200 | $1,450 | 11.5 |
| 92324 | 57,049 | $69,419 | $413,100 | $1,600 | 27.8 |
| 92337 | 36,944 | $104,936 | $519,400 | $2,120 | 13.7 |
| 92501 | 22,079 | $83,027 | $466,400 | $1,615 | 5.6 |
| 92503 | 88,242 | $91,523 | $556,300 | $1,801 | 34.3 |
| 92504 | 57,085 | $88,168 | $501,800 | $1,758 | 22.7 |
| 92505 | 53,063 | $84,528 | $520,800 | $1,936 | 10.2 |
| 92506 | 44,311 | $120,877 | $634,900 | $1,814 | 16.2 |
| 92507 | 61,920 | $72,367 | $503,000 | $1,780 | 21.4 |
| 92508 | 36,777 | $144,485 | $656,800 | $2,560 | 11.0 |
| 92509 | 80,149 | $95,218 | $501,200 | $1,698 | 30.7 |
| 92518 | 1,236 | $83,438 | N/A | $1,845 | 7.9 |
| 92521 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.7 |
| 92553 | 73,189 | $71,344 | $413,000 | $1,892 | 10.3 |
| 92557 | 55,749 | $93,464 | $471,700 | $2,081 | 17.8 |
| 92860 | 25,268 | $125,371 | $732,600 | $1,893 | 14.1 |
| 92879 | 48,756 | $91,862 | $592,000 | $1,968 | 9.8 |
Riverside, CA has 19 ZIP codes with a combined population of 824,346. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$34,998,284. The average median home value is -$69,699,407. The average median monthly rent is -$35,085,950.
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