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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Rancho Santa Margarita, California

The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 63.9% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $27,051 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compared to Palo Alto, Rancho Santa Margarita is:
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  63.9% lower
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  16.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.6% lower
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  Utilities
  23.4% higher
  Commute
  16.5% lower
  Health
  13.3% lower
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  Personal
  1.0% lower
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