Irvine, California vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 13.8% cheaper than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $43,098 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is cheaper than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compared to Irvine, Rancho Santa Margarita is:
  Homeowner
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  13.8% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  5.8% higher
  Health
  0.0% higher
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  Personal
  0.0% higher
Cost of Food
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