Cost of Living Calculator - Midland, Michigan vs Rancho Santa Margarita, California


The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 82.4% more expensive than Midland, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $91,180 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Midland, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is more expensive than Midland, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
329% more expensive in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Midland, Michigan
Midland, MI vs Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compared to Midland, Rancho Santa Margarita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  82.4% 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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  378.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  38.0% higher
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.