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RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Rancho Santa Margarita, California vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
31.2%
cheaper
than Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
You would need a salary of
$147,927
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Rancho Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Chicago
than in Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Rancho Santa Margarita, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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6.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
65.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.3% lower
Commute
18.0% higher
Health
5.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.4% higher
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