Rancho Santa Margarita, California vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 43.3% cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

You would need a salary of $28,347 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Rancho Santa Margarita, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  12.8% lower
  Health
  12.6% higher
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  Personal
  12.7% lower
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