Marco Island, Florida vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 14.0% more expensive than Marco Island, Florida.

You would need a salary of $57,012 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Marco Island, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is more expensive than Marco Island, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
72% more expensive in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Marco Island, Florida
Marco Island, FL vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compared to Marco Island, Rancho Santa Margarita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% higher
  Commute
  44.2% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower

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