Compare: Riverside, CA and Pittsburg, KS

Riverside CA

118.3

Cost of Living

above US average

320,764

Population

36.01

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$83,448

Median Income

above US average

$622,495

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.9%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pittsburg KS

95.0

Cost of Living

below US average

20,658

Population

47.83

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$42,371

Median Income

below US average

$143,000

Median House Price

above US average

$850

Average Rent

below US average

23%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.1%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Riverside

Affordable cost of living
Close to Los Angeles
Access to outdoor activities
Diverse community and culture
Growing job market in tech
Warm weather year-round
Variety of local restaurants
Family-friendly neighborhoods
Good public parks available
Vibrant arts and music scene

Cons of Riverside

Traffic congestion issues
Hot summers can be tough
Higher crime rates reported
Some neighborhoods unsafe
Political views can clash
Economic disparities exist
Limited nightlife options
Air quality concerns
Schools have mixed ratings
Public transport lacks coverage

Pros of Pittsburg

Historic downtown area
Access to outdoor activities
Good schools available
Strong sense of community
Nearby nature parks
Diverse dining options
Growing job opportunities
Friendly locals
Low cost of living
Local events year-round

Cons of Pittsburg

Limited shopping choices
Rural economic struggles
Weather extremes experienced
Lower diversity noted
Political divides present
Limited nightlife options
Public transport challenges
Fewer kid's activities
High crime rates reported
Job market instability