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Crime in Lakeland summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Lakeland. Key points include:
There were 3,217 total crimes in Lakeland in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Lakeland is 2,825.0 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Lakeland is 354.8 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Lakeland is 2,470.2 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Lakeland is 33.30% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Lakeland Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Lakeland / 100k People |
Florida / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 3,217 | 2,825.0 | 1,687.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 404 | 354.8 | 267.1 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 12 | 10.5 | 3.9 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 80 | 70.3 | 38.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 254 | 223.0 | 197.1 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 2,813 | 2,470.2 | 1,420.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 320 | 281.0 | 152.5 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 2,275 | 1,997.8 | 1,144.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 218 | 191.4 | 123.0 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Lakeland summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lakeland. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Florida. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lakeland is 104 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lakeland is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Lakeland is $311,156.
The median income in Lakeland is $64,185.
Lakeland's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lakeland Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lakeland | Florida | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 104 | 104 | 100 |
| Services | 103 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 107 | 105 | 100 |
| Health | 93 | 99 | 100 |
| Housing | 108 | 104 | 100 |
| Transportation | 110 | 109 | 100 |
| Utilities | 100 | 105 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lakeland, FL Weather
The average high in Lakeland is 83.6° and the average low is 62.3°.
There are 76.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 51.9 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lakeland |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 83.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 62.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 76.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 51.9 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Lakeland Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lakeland
The current population in Lakeland is 119,961. The population has increased 24.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 119,961 | 2.5% |
| 2023 | 117,030 | 2.3% |
| 2022 | 114,404 | 3.6% |
| 2021 | 110,401 | 0.1% |
| 2020 | 110,335 | 2.2% |
| 2019 | 107,922 | 1.9% |
| 2018 | 105,958 | 1.7% |
| 2017 | 104,165 | 1.4% |
| 2016 | 102,714 | 1.4% |
| 2015 | 101,302 | 1.4% |
| 2014 | 99,942 | 1.0% |
| 2013 | 98,970 | 0.7% |
| 2012 | 98,317 | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 97,480 | 0.9% |
| 2010 | 96,623 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lakeland
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Lakeland is:
54.9% White with 65,813 White residents.
17.9% African American with 21,447 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 71 American Indian residents.
2.5% Asian with 3,046 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 58 Hawaiian residents.
0.9% Other with 1,070 Other residents.
3.2% Two Or More with 3,894 Two Or More residents.
20.5% Hispanic with 24,562 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lakeland | FL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 54.9% | 50.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 17.9% | 14.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.5% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.2% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 20.5% | 27.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lakeland
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Lakeland is 51.3% female with 61,566 female residents.
Lakeland is 48.7% male with 58,394 male residents.
| Gender | Lakeland | FL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lakeland for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Lakeland completed < 9th grade.
6.0% of adults in Lakeland completed 9-12th grade.
31.0% of adults in Lakeland completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in Lakeland completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Lakeland completed associate's degree.
18.0% of adults in Lakeland completed bachelor's degree.
7.0% of adults in Lakeland completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lakeland completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Lakeland completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lakeland | FL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 31.0% | 27.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lakeland, Florida
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5.7% of households in Lakeland earn Less than $10,000.
4.1% of households in Lakeland earn $10,000 to $14,999.
7.6% of households in Lakeland earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.8% of households in Lakeland earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.8% of households in Lakeland earn $35,000 to $49,999.
19.8% of households in Lakeland earn $50,000 to $74,999.
14.1% of households in Lakeland earn $75,000 to $99,999.
13.8% of households in Lakeland earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.1% of households in Lakeland earn $150,000 to $199,999.
6.2% of households in Lakeland earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lakeland | FL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.7% | 5.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.1% | 3.3% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.6% | 6.6% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.8% | 7.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.8% | 11.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.8% | 16.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.1% | 13.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.8% | 17.2% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.1% | 8.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.2% | 11.0% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
