Lakeland, Florida vs. Garland, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Garland, Texas is 12.9% more expensive than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $56,455 in Garland, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Garland, Texas is more expensive than Lakeland, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% more expensive in Garland
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Garland, TX
Compared to Lakeland, Garland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.9% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  40.7% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% higher