Federal Way, Washington vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 16.4% more expensive than Federal Way, Washington.

You would need a salary of $87,304 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Federal Way, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is more expensive than Federal Way, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Federal Way, Washington
Federal Way, WA vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compared to Federal Way, Rancho Santa Margarita is:
  Homeowner
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  16.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  57.3% higher
  Commute
  21.0% lower
  Health
  5.9% higher
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  Personal
  12.5% lower
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