Lakeland, Georgia
Lakeland: city in Lanier County, Georgia, United States
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Lakeland is a city located in the county of Lanier in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,366 and a population density of 415 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,342 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Lakeland
| Population | 3,342 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Lanier County |
| Postal code | 31635 |
| Phone Area Codes | 229 |
| Area | 8.12 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.0410,-83.0752 |
| Altitude | 200 feet / 61 meters |
| Capital city | Lakeland is capital of Lanier County |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 01:53:52 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 412 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.72% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 92℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Lakeland is located at 31°2'28"N 83°4'31"W (31.0410400, -83.0751500).
Lakeland map
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Lakeland decreased by 0.72% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,366 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,434 | 1.98% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,415 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,380 | -1.04% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,323 | -1.72% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,287 | -1.1% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,278 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,262 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,256 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,282 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,342 | 1.8% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Lakeland
1Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge
307 GA-122, Lakeland, GA 31635, United States View details
Phone: +12295690147 | Website available
2Robert Simpson Nature Trail
283-299 N Temple St, Lakeland, GA 31635, United States View details
3Lanier County Historical Society
103 E Main St, Lakeland, GA 31635, United States View details
Phone: +12294829755
Where to Eat in Lakeland
1Huddle House
251 W Main St, Lakeland, GA 31635, United States View details
Phone: +12294822858 | Website available
2Hardee's
603 S Valdosta Rd, Lakeland, GA 31635, United States View details
Phone: +12294823930 | Website available
3Subway
215 E Main St, Lakeland, GA 31635, United States View details
Phone: +12294829002 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Lakeland
1Lakeland City Hall
64 S Valdosta Rd, Lakeland, GA 31635 View details
Phone: +12294823100
2City of Lakeland
122 S Valdosta Rd, Lakeland, GA 31635 View details
Phone: +12294823100
People born in Lakeland (3)
People born in Lakeland, including comedian Waco O'Guin, politician Robert L. Patten, Ryan Thomas White, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lakeland, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 141264 | Valdosta State University | Valdosta (GA) | 31698 |
| 141255 | Wiregrass Georgia Technical College | Valdosta (GA) | 31602-0929 |
Closest post offices linked to Lakeland.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Post Office | Lakeland (GA) | 31635 |
| Ray City Post Office | Ray City (GA) | 31645 |
| Stockton Post Office | Stockton (GA) | 31649 |
| Naylor Post Office | Naylor (GA) | 31641 |
| Du Pon Post Office | Du Pont (GA) | 31630 |
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- Lakeland, Florida The most populous city in Polk County, Florida. with a population of 115,283 people.
- Lakeland, Tennessee city in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States with a population of 12,657 people.
- Lakeland, Minnesota city in Minnesota, United States with a population of 1,808 people.
Distance to Other Cities
Lakeland distances to largest Georgia cities