Cost of living in Lakeland

In Lakeland, United States, a family of four typically needs around $5300 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2437 monthly.

How expensive is Lakeland compared to other cities?

Lakeland is 71% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Lakeland compare to your city?

Lakeland is 22% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.

Rent in Lakeland is, on average, 18% higher than in Columbus.

What drives the cost of living in Lakeland?

Who is Lakeland a good fit for?

Lakeland is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Lakeland so expensive?

The primary driver of Lakeland's high cost is rent and utilities, which significantly impact monthly expenses.

Is food expensive in Lakeland?

Yes, food costs are 31% higher compared to the European benchmark.

Is public transport affordable in Lakeland?

Public transport is relatively affordable, being 32% lower than the European benchmark.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2437 $
Without Rent
825 $
Rent & Utilities
1611 $
Food
625 $
Transport
51 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3498 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
113.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 20 $
Dinner 79.4 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 8.98 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.5 $
Capuccino 5 $
Coke, 330ml 2.62 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.13 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.79 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.73 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.84 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.1 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.8 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 20.7 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.03 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.67 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.64 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.42 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.94 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.65 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.28 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.81 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 10 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.72 $
Cigarette pack 7.58 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.53 $
Monthly Pass 52.8 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.84 $
Taxi, 8 km 15.5 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 110 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.08 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.83 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.34 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.16 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 103 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 159 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 53.6 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,396 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 2,375 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,689 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,995 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,137 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,163 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,498 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.61%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 18.9 $
Cinema, 1 seat 12 $
Haircut 19.2 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 103 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 53 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 676 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 14,049 $

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Cayman Islands
Lakeland vs George Town (George Town is 50% more expensive)
Bahamas
Lakeland vs Nassau (Nassau is 13% more expensive) Lakeland vs Freeport (Freeport is 10% less expensive)
Vanuatu
Lakeland vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 4% less expensive) Lakeland vs Luganville (Luganville is 25% more expensive)
United States
Lakeland vs New York City (New York City is 66% more expensive) Lakeland vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 31% more expensive) Lakeland vs Chicago (Chicago is 9% more expensive) Lakeland vs Houston (Houston is 8% less expensive) Lakeland vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 3% less expensive) Lakeland vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 4% more expensive) Lakeland vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 10% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Diego (San Diego is 37% more expensive) Lakeland vs Dallas (Dallas is 5% more expensive) Lakeland vs San Jose (San Jose is 51% more expensive)
Canada
Lakeland vs Toronto (Toronto is 6% more expensive) Lakeland vs Montreal (Montreal is 20% less expensive) Lakeland vs Calgary (Calgary is 12% less expensive) Lakeland vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 8% less expensive) Lakeland vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 27% less expensive) Lakeland vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 28% less expensive) Lakeland vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 1% more expensive) Lakeland vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 9% more expensive) Lakeland vs Brampton (Brampton is 13% less expensive) Lakeland vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 12% less expensive)
Barbados
Lakeland vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 44% less expensive) Lakeland vs Holetown (Holetown is 43% less expensive)
Panama
Lakeland vs Panama City (Panama City is 43% less expensive) Lakeland vs Colon (Colon is 51% less expensive) Lakeland vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 49% less expensive) Lakeland vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 57% less expensive) Lakeland vs David (David is 66% less expensive) Lakeland vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 61% less expensive) Lakeland vs Balboa (Balboa is 49% less expensive) Lakeland vs Pacora (Pacora is 49% less expensive) Lakeland vs Chitre (Chitre is 55% less expensive) Lakeland vs Penonome (Penonome is 55% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Lakeland vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 49% less expensive) Lakeland vs Cayon (Cayon is 49% less expensive)
Cuba
Lakeland vs Havana (Havana is 58% less expensive) Lakeland vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 42% less expensive) Lakeland vs Holguin (Holguin is 47% less expensive) Lakeland vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 37% less expensive) Lakeland vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 57% less expensive) Lakeland vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 52% less expensive) Lakeland vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 36% less expensive) Lakeland vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 36% less expensive) Lakeland vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 55% less expensive) Lakeland vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 64% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Lakeland vs San Jose (San Jose is 49% less expensive) Lakeland vs Limon (Limon is 51% less expensive) Lakeland vs Liberia (Liberia is 63% less expensive) Lakeland vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 49% less expensive) Lakeland vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 48% less expensive) Lakeland vs Cartago (Cartago is 61% less expensive) Lakeland vs Heredia (Heredia is 49% less expensive) Lakeland vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 31% less expensive) Lakeland vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 46% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Lakeland vs Castries (Castries is 52% less expensive) Lakeland vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 51% less expensive)
Jamaica
Lakeland vs Kingston (Kingston is 46% less expensive) Lakeland vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 68% less expensive) Lakeland vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 58% less expensive) Lakeland vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 52% less expensive) Lakeland vs May Pen (May Pen is 66% less expensive) Lakeland vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 60% less expensive) Lakeland vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 65% less expensive) Lakeland vs Linstead (Linstead is 57% less expensive) Lakeland vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 54% less expensive) Lakeland vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 53% less expensive)
El Salvador
Lakeland vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 51% less expensive) Lakeland vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 71% less expensive) Lakeland vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 52% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 56% less expensive) Lakeland vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 52% less expensive) Lakeland vs Apopa (Apopa is 53% less expensive) Lakeland vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 51% less expensive) Lakeland vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 40% less expensive) Lakeland vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 55% less expensive) Lakeland vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 64% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Lakeland vs St. John's (St. John's is 56% less expensive) Lakeland vs All Saints (All Saints is 56% less expensive)
Grenada
Lakeland vs St. George's (St. George's is 56% less expensive) Lakeland vs Grenville (Grenville is 56% less expensive)
Dominica
Lakeland vs Roseau (Roseau is 59% less expensive) Lakeland vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 53% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Lakeland vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 60% less expensive) Lakeland vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 59% less expensive)
Belize
Lakeland vs Belize City (Belize City is 64% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 55% less expensive) Lakeland vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 70% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 45% less expensive) Lakeland vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 35% less expensive)
Guatemala
Lakeland vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 59% less expensive) Lakeland vs Mixco (Mixco is 74% less expensive) Lakeland vs Coban (Coban is 63% less expensive) Lakeland vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 68% less expensive) Lakeland vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 63% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 63% less expensive) Lakeland vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 64% less expensive) Lakeland vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 64% less expensive) Lakeland vs Flores (Flores is 65% less expensive) Lakeland vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 68% less expensive)
Honduras
Lakeland vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 66% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 57% less expensive) Lakeland vs Choloma (Choloma is 75% less expensive) Lakeland vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 73% less expensive) Lakeland vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 64% less expensive) Lakeland vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 64% less expensive) Lakeland vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 71% less expensive) Lakeland vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 70% less expensive) Lakeland vs Yoro (Yoro is 70% less expensive) Lakeland vs La Lima (La Lima is 64% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Lakeland vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 67% less expensive) Lakeland vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 57% less expensive) Lakeland vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 69% less expensive) Lakeland vs Higuey (Higuey is 68% less expensive) Lakeland vs La Vega (La Vega is 76% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 66% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 70% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 78% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 74% less expensive) Lakeland vs Bonao (Bonao is 78% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Lakeland vs Managua (Managua is 68% less expensive) Lakeland vs Leon (Leon is 74% less expensive) Lakeland vs Masaya (Masaya is 71% less expensive) Lakeland vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 77% less expensive) Lakeland vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 74% less expensive) Lakeland vs Esteli (Esteli is 76% less expensive) Lakeland vs Granada (Granada is 71% less expensive) Lakeland vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 81% less expensive) Lakeland vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 73% less expensive) Lakeland vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 63% less expensive)