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Marion, IA vs Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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Highlights
Are people in Rancho Santa Margarita older or younger than people in Marion?
- The Median Age in Rancho Santa Margarita is 0.4 years older than in Marion.

Are housing costs cheaper in Rancho Santa Margarita or Marion?
- Rancho Santa Margarita housing costs are 272.0% more expensive than Marion housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Rancho Santa Margarita or Marion?
- The average commute for residents of Rancho Santa Margarita is 10.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Marion.

Things to do in Marion?
Marion, Iowa is located in Linn county giving its citizens access to top rated schools such as Jefferson High School while also having shopping options at Lindale Mall and numerous restaurants such as Grub Burger Bar

Things to do in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA resides within Orange County’s metropolitan limits providing direct access attractions events that take place surrounding area due its prime location as well population size close 48 thousand people makes perfect spot anyone looking exciting city life without having live too far from Los Angeles other Southern California cities!

 Marion, IARancho Santa Margarita, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock48,190329,725,481
 Median Income$75,927  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$232,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.54  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Marion    3 Reviews

I've lived in Marion for ~22 years now, and it has its pros (+) and cons (-): + Marion is one of the safest places to live in the country. + The cost of living vs  More

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Over 15 years ago

Marion is clean, affordable and has one of the lowest crime rates in the state. The people here are friendly and helpful. Marion shares a border with Cedar Rapids  More

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Marion is one of the fastest growing communities in Iowa. We have a highly educated workforce, affordable housing, low crime and excellent education. Plus, there is much  More

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Reviews for Rancho Santa Margarita    13 Reviews

This page provides little information on RSM. I see they keep describing the area as "outside of Los Angeles." Culturally, it is so far from Los Angeles (I lived in LA,  More

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Over 10 years ago

The weather here is amazing. We get a few hot days in the summer but it cools down in the evening. I love being able to sleep with the windows  More

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This is the best place to live in South Orange County with mild temperatures, low crime, great schools and family orientated. RSM is a city that sits in a pocket backing  More

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