Lakeland, GA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Lakeland, Georgia?
$2,070 / month
for a family, 61.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $24,840 for the year for a family.
$2,067 / month
for a single person, 56.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $24,800 for the year for a single person.

Lakeland cost of living score
80.2
Less expensive
19.8% lower
than the US average
15.1% lower
than the Georgia average
Lakeland, Georgia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 80.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 19.8% lower than the U.S. average and 15.1% higher than the average for Georgia.

Lakeland, GA

Housing costs in Lakeland?
A typical home costs $130,100, which is 61.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 57.8% less expensive than the average Georgia home, at $308,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lakeland costs $810 per month, which is 43.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 58.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Lakeland?
To live comfortably in Lakeland, Georgia, a minimum annual income of $24,840 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lakeland?
The cost of living in Lakeland, GA is relatively low compared to other cities in the United States. The median home value for the town is just over $100,000 and the median rent is around $650 a month. This makes it an attractive place to live for many people on a budget. Groceries, gas and other essentials are also much cheaper than in larger cities. Overall, Lakeland offers great value for potential residents looking for a lower cost of living than what can be found elsewhere in the country.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesLakelandGeorgiaUnited States
  80.294.5100.0
  93.995.5100
  105.199.8100.0
  24.582.4100.0
  $130,100$308,200$338,100
  101.7103.2100
  92.3105.1100.0
  76.183.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

Stockton is a small sleepy tight knit community, a place where u can spend the night camping at the river and be checked on by neighbors. Small town usa at its best,  More

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