Considerations when moving from Fresno to Riverside

Cost of living: Fresno vs. Riverside

Fresno Riverside
Average rent cost $1,650 $2,295
Average home value $381,180 $642,297
Average income (per capita) $63,001 $76,755
Cost of living (single person) $2,277 $2,573
Cost of living (family of 4) $5,358 $5,604
Unemployment rate 7.09% 7.1%
  • Rent prices in Riverside are 39% higher than in Fresno.
  • Home prices in Riverside are 68.5% higher than in Fresno.
  • Income in Riverside is 21.8% higher than in Fresno.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Riverside is 13.0% higher than in Fresno.
  • The cost of living for a family in Riverside is 4.6% higher than in Fresno.
  • The unemployment rate in Riverside and Fresno.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,389.99 in Riverside to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Fresno.

How life is different in Fresno vs. Riverside

Riverside Fresno
Population 317,261 542,107
Political leaning Democratic 49.8-48.3 Democratic 51-46
Summer high 94ยบF 98ยบF
Winter low 42ยบF 38ยบF
Annual rain 11" 13"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 40.24 56.85
  • The population of Riverside is approximately 41% lower than the population of Fresno.
  • In the last presidential election, Riverside voted Democratic and Fresno voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Riverside is 94ยบF and in Fresno, itโ€™s 98ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Riverside reaches the temperature of 42ยบF and Fresno gets down to 38ยบF.
  • You can expect about 11 inches of annual rainfall in Riverside vs 13 inches of rainfall in Fresno.
  • In Riverside, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Fresno.
  • Riverside has a lower crime rate than Fresno with a crime index of 56.85 vs 40.24.

Things to do in Riverside

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Riverside has plenty to offer:

Museums in Riversidetoggle

  • March Field Air Museum
  • Mission Inn Museum
  • Riverside Art Museum
  • Jurupa Mountains Discovery Center
  • Heritage House
  • California Museum of Photography
  • Phenix Technology, Inc. Firefighter History Museum
  • Riverside Metropolitan Museum
  • Center for Social Justice & Civil Liberties

Parks in Riversidetoggle

  • Mount Rubidoux Park
  • Fairmount Park
  • Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park
  • Ryan Bonaminio Park
  • Hunter Park
  • Washington Park

Sports Teams in Riversidetoggle

Universities in Riversidetoggle

  • California Baptist University
  • California Southern Law Schoo
  • La Sierra University
  • National University
  • Riverside City College
  • Riverside Royals College
  • University of California, Riverside

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Fresno to Riverside?toggle

To ship furniture from Fresno to Riverside with a mover will cost between $1,065 and $3,738. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,764โ€“$5,164, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Fresno to Riverside will cost from $2,357โ€“$6,801.

How much are moving container companies from Fresno to Riverside?toggle

Moving containers from Fresno to Riverside will cost you $739 to $1,781 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,304 to $2,491. A larger home will cost $1,719 to $2,962.

How much is a moving truck from Fresno to Riverside?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $349 to $655. A larger move will cost $375 to $724, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Fresno to Riverside costs from $482 to $932.

How far in advance should I book Fresno-to-Riverside movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Fresno to Riverside at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Fresno-to-Riverside movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Riverside?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Riverside is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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