Lakeland, Florida vs. Arlington, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Texas is 14.2% more expensive than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $211,189 in Arlington, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Texas is more expensive than Lakeland, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Arlington
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Arlington, TX
Compared to Lakeland, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% higher
      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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  35.5% higher
  Health
  1.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.8% higher