Rancho Santa Margarita, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 44.1% cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

You would need a salary of $27,931 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Rancho Santa Margarita, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.3% lower
  Commute
  41.7% lower
  Health
  11.3% higher
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  Personal
  1.1% lower
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