Rancho Santa Margarita, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 38.8% cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

You would need a salary of $18,354 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Houston
than in Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Rancho Santa Margarita, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.8% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% lower
  Commute
  1.4% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower