Cost of Living Calculator - Richmond, Virginia vs Lakeland, Florida


The cost of living in Lakeland, Florida is 8.1% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $59,725 in Lakeland, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakeland, Florida is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Lakeland
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs Lakeland, FL
Compared to Richmond, Lakeland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  1.3% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% lower

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