Lakeland, Florida vs. Athens, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 2.4% cheaper than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $39,049 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is cheaper than Lakeland, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Athens
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Athens, AL
Compared to Lakeland, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  10.9% lower
  Health
  22.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher