Lakeland, FL is a city located in Polk County. It is home to 78,452 people. The median income is $33,119, which is lower than the average of all communities in Florida. Towns which are close by include Auburndale, FL and Bartow, FL. Lakeland, FL is 35 miles from Tampa. Nearby shopping includes Lakeland Square Mall. 34.3% of the residents rent apartments or homes for sale in Lakeland, FL. Winter Haven, FL is a city located in Polk County. It is home to 26,487 people. The median income is $31,884, which is lower than the average of all communities in Florida. Towns which are close by include Auburndale, FL and Lakeland, FL. Winter Haven, FL is 47 miles from Orlando. Nearby shopping includes Eagle Ridge Mall. 35.1% of the residents rent apartments or homes for sale in Winter Haven, FL.