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Rancho Santa Margarita is a city in Orange County, California, with a population of approximately 47,949.

Population46,990
Median Home Value$971,200
Median Income$146,827
Area12.93 sq mi

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Safest Citiesin Orange County
5.5 total crimes per 1k

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