Portage, Michigan vs. Lakeland, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakeland, Florida is 0.8% cheaper than Portage, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $74,410 in Lakeland, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Portage, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakeland, Florida is cheaper than Portage, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Lakeland
than in Portage, Michigan
Portage, MI vs. Lakeland, FL
Compared to Portage, Lakeland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  10.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher