Springfield, Massachusetts vs. Lakeland, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakeland, Florida is 4.1% cheaper than Springfield, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $59,442 in Lakeland, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakeland, Florida is cheaper than Springfield, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Lakeland
than in Springfield, Massachusetts
Springfield, MA vs. Lakeland, FL
Compared to Springfield, Lakeland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% lower
  Commute
  9.4% lower
  Health
  10.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower