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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs Kahului, HI

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Are people in Kahului older or younger than people in Rancho Santa Margarita?
- The Median Age in Kahului is 1.1 years older than in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Are housing costs cheaper in Kahului or Rancho Santa Margarita?
- Kahului housing costs are 6.8% more expensive than Rancho Santa Margarita housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Kahului or Rancho Santa Margarita?
- The average commute for residents of Kahului is 9.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Rancho Santa Margarita.

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!

Things to do in Kahului?
Kahului, HI can be found on Maui island’s northern coastin Hawaiiand has grown over recent years due to its proximity to several notable tourist destinations including Haleakala National Park and Iao Valley State Park. Kahului also experiences exceptional weather all year round which makes it one of those rare places where you can enjoy hot summer days while enjoying the tropical climate at night.

 Rancho Santa Margarita, CAKahului, HIUnited States
 Population  Unlock27,938329,725,481
 Median Income$135,350  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$863,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock12.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time30.09  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Kahului    3 Reviews

I guess they spray for the bugs at the resorts and keep the a/c blasting, but when you live here you're on your own. Having come from California with no bugs and no  More

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Over 17 years ago

This is definitely the most expensive place I have ever  More

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Over 20 years ago

Playground of the rich and not for working  More

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