Cost of Living Calculator - Queens, New York vs Rancho Santa Margarita, California


The cost of living in Rancho Santa Margarita, California is 7.2% cheaper than Queens, New York.

You would need a salary of $69,563 in Rancho Santa Margarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Queens, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita, California is cheaper than Queens, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Rancho Santa Margarita
than in Queens, New York
Queens, NY vs Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compared to Queens, Rancho Santa Margarita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% lower
      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
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.8% lower
  Commute
  37.7% lower
  Health
  26.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% lower

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