Rancho Santa Margarita, California vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 15.2% cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

You would need a salary of $169,635 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Portland
than in Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Rancho Santa Margarita, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  15.2% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  28.0% lower
  Commute
  10.6% higher
  Health
  3.0% lower
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  Personal
  8.0% higher
Cost of Food
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