Cost of Living in Riverside, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.4
100 = national avg
-16.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,694
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,730
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing112.4
Food76.2
Transportation52.4
Healthcare81.0
Utilities88.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$828
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,043
per month
The overall cost of living index in Riverside is 83.4, which is 16.6% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 112.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,694 per year to cover basic expenses.