Cost of Living in Lakeland, GA

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12%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
39%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Lakeland Georgia National
Cost of living8896100
Groceries10299100
Health care9999100
Housing6188100
Transportation9699100
Utilities104102100
Lifestyle & Entertainment99100100
Household Items99100100
Education & Childcare9599100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Lakeland is 9% lower than the Georgia average
  • The cost of living in Lakeland is 12% lower than the national average
  • Lakeland housing is 39% lower than the national average
  • Georgia general sales tax is 22% lower than the national average
  • Georgia state income tax is 61% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$0$0$0$0
      Renters$28,664$2,389$669$860

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      Georgia 4% 8%

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      Georgia 1% 5.57%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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