Orinda, California vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 56.2% cheaper than Orinda, California.

You would need a salary of $21,906 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Orinda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is cheaper than Orinda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Orinda, California
Orinda, CA vs. Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compared to Orinda, Rancho Santa Margarita is:
  Homeowner
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  56.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  21.5% higher
  Commute
  9.3% lower
  Health
  22.9% lower
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  Personal
  4.9% lower
Cost of Food
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