Riverside County, CA Quick View
Population
As of 2009, Riverside County's population is 2,107,653 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 36 percent.
Home Prices
The median home cost in Riverside County is $243,042. Home appreciation the last year has been -9 percent.
Cost of Living
Compared to the rest of the country, Riverside County's cost of living is 18.42% higher than the U.S. average.
Schools
The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) has been serving students and their families in Riverside County for over 115 years. With over 420,000 students, RCOE is California's fourth largest county office of education. There are 23 school districts in Riverside County. Public schools spend $4,612 per student and there are approximately 22 students per teacher in Riverside County classrooms. Visit www.greatschools.net for reviews of schools in the area and the RCOE website for more detailed school information.
Economy
The unemployment rate in Riverside County, CA, is 14.3%, with job growth of 3.07%. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 28.35%. Riverside County is also a great place to locate or expand your own business. The county government is very business friendly and its central location to all Southern California markets makes it an excellent choice for a business move. For more information on employment and business opportunities in Riverside County, visit the Riverside County Economic Development Agency website.
Taxes
Riverside County, CA sales tax rate is 8.75%. Income tax is 6.00%. For more information on property taxes in Riverside County, please visit the Riverside County Property Tax Portal.
Climate
Riverside County, CA, gets 9 inches of rain per year. On average, there are 272 sunny days per year in Riverside County, CA. The July high is around 99 degrees. The January low is 38.
Additional Resources:
Housing Authority of the County of Riverside
Jesse Madison
Madison Realty
951-526-2574
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