Rancho Santa Margarita, California vs. Star Valley Ranch, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Star Valley Ranch, Wyoming is 31.8% cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

You would need a salary of $34,113 in Star Valley Ranch, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Star Valley Ranch, Wyoming is cheaper than Rancho Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Star Valley Ranch
than in Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA vs. Star Valley Ranch, WY
Compared to Rancho Santa Margarita, Star Valley Ranch is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% 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
  10.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.7% lower
  Commute
  4.8% higher
  Health
  60.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower