Lakeland, Florida vs. Mesquite, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mesquite, Texas is 10.8% more expensive than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $55,379 in Mesquite, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesquite, Texas is more expensive than Lakeland, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% more expensive in Mesquite
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Mesquite, TX
Compared to Lakeland, Mesquite is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% 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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  45.4% higher
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% higher