Lakeland, Florida vs. Maryland Heights, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Maryland Heights, Missouri is 0.8% more expensive than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $50,396 in Maryland Heights, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Maryland Heights, Missouri is more expensive than Lakeland, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
59% more expensive in Maryland Heights
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Maryland Heights, MO
Compared to Lakeland, Maryland Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  2.7% higher
  Health
  5.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% higher