Lakeland, Florida vs. Hamden, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hamden, Connecticut is 22.9% more expensive than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $61,438 in Hamden, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hamden, Connecticut is more expensive than Lakeland, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
81% more expensive in Hamden
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Hamden, CT
Compared to Lakeland, Hamden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.9% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.3% higher
  Commute
  32.7% higher
  Health
  19.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  32.0% higher