Phoenix, Arizona vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 43.6% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $93,344 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
108% more expensive in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compared to Phoenix, Rancho Santa Margarita is:
  Homeowner
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  43.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  175.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.9% higher
  Commute
  0.4% lower
  Health
  1.0% higher
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  Personal
  4.7% higher
Cost of Food
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