Helena, Alabama vs. Lakeland, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakeland, Florida is 12.1% cheaper than Helena, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $21,965 in Lakeland, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakeland, Florida is cheaper than Helena, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Lakeland
than in Helena, Alabama
Helena, AL vs. Lakeland, FL
Compared to Helena, Lakeland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  15.3% lower
  Health
  17.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower