Bend, Oregon vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 18.9% more expensive than Bend, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $89,166 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bend, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is more expensive than Bend, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Bend, Oregon
Bend, OR vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compared to Bend, Rancho Santa Margarita is:
  Homeowner
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  18.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  32.7% higher
  Commute
  42.1% higher
  Health
  4.6% lower
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  Personal
  3.3% higher
Cost of Food
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