Lakeland, Florida vs. Odessa, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Odessa, Texas is 4.6% cheaper than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $19,071 in Odessa, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Odessa, Texas is cheaper than Lakeland, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Odessa
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Odessa, TX
Compared to Lakeland, Odessa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  1.5% lower
  Health
  11.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher