Rancho Santa Margarita, California vs. Richland, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richland, Washington is 35.8% cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

You would need a salary of $112,332 in Richland, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richland, Washington is cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Richland
than in Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. Richland, WA
Compared to Rancho Santa Margarita, Richland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.6% lower
  Commute
  32.1% lower
  Health
  7.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.9% lower