Valdosta, Georgia vs. Lakeland, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakeland, Florida is 12.5% more expensive than Valdosta, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $56,242 in Lakeland, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Valdosta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakeland, Florida is more expensive than Valdosta, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% more expensive in Lakeland
than in Valdosta, Georgia
Valdosta, GA vs. Lakeland, FL
Compared to Valdosta, Lakeland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  4.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower