Garland, Texas vs. Lakeland, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakeland, Florida is 11.4% cheaper than Garland, Texas.

You would need a salary of $44,283 in Lakeland, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Garland, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakeland, Florida is cheaper than Garland, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Lakeland
than in Garland, Texas
Garland, TX vs. Lakeland, FL
Compared to Garland, Lakeland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% lower
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% lower

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