Lakeland, Florida vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 23.9% more expensive than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $61,948 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Lakeland, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Lakeland, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.9% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  45.0% higher
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher