Rancho Santa Margarita, California vs. Orlando, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Orlando, Florida is 33.8% cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

You would need a salary of $99,263 in Orlando, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Orlando, Florida is cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Orlando
than in Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. Orlando, FL
Compared to Rancho Santa Margarita, Orlando is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.8% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  6.2% lower
  Health
  10.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower