Rancho Santa Margarita, California vs. Casper, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Casper, Wyoming is 39.3% cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

You would need a salary of $30,365 in Casper, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Casper, Wyoming is cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Casper
than in Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. Casper, WY
Compared to Rancho Santa Margarita, Casper is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% lower
  Commute
  32.6% lower
  Health
  58.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower