Lakeland is a city in Polk County, Florida, United States, located approximately midway between Tampa and Orlando along Interstate. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 78,452 and is the largest city in Polk County. According to the 2004 U.S. Census Bureau's Estimates, the city had a population of 88,357. As of 2006, the population is 100,000. Lakeland apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Lakeland apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.