Houston, Texas vs. Lakeland, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakeland, Florida is 7.5% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $83,215 in Lakeland, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakeland, Florida is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Lakeland
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Lakeland, FL
Compared to Houston, Lakeland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.5% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower