Lakeland, Florida vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 3.9% more expensive than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $51,925 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Lakeland, Florida
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Lakeland, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% lower
  Commute
  31.7% higher
  Health
  15.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher