Chicago, Illinois vs. Lakeland, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakeland, Florida is 17.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $24,665 in Lakeland, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakeland, Florida is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% cheaper in Lakeland
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Lakeland, FL
Compared to Chicago, Lakeland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  38.9% lower
  Health
  14.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower