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Cost of Living Calculator - Irvine, California vs Rancho Santa Margarita, California

The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 13.8% cheaper than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $64,666 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is cheaper than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs Rancho_Santa_Margarita, CA
Compared to Irvine, Rancho_Santa_Margarita is:
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  13.8% lower
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  1.9% lower
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  23.7% lower
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  12.8% higher
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  5.8% higher
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  0.0% higher
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