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Lakewood, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Lakewood is a small town in Illinois with a population of 18.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
18 Population 4/sq mi density
$518,500 Home Value $186,474 Zillow
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
26 Violent Crime/100K 132 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
26 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $518,500
84% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 26/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.0%
48% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

How Lakewood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population18
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$69,920
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$15,983M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$518,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,474
Housing Units1,576
Rent Burden30.3%

Crime

F
Violent26/100K
Property132/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault26/100K
Burglary53/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking10.2%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation919 ft (280 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+27.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute31 min
Broadband98.4%
Libraries13

Is Lakewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakewood receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, high obesity rates. Lakewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakewood is $518,500, making it a premium housing market at 84% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Safety & Crime

Lakewood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 132 per 100,000, 93% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 35.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lakewood has a population of 18 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

18
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakewood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Lakewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$69,920
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$93,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,928
County GDP$15,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants645
Healthcare846
Retail816
Manufacturing432

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone67.1%
Public Transit4.9%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakewood is $518,500, 84% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,474.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$518,500
84% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,474
Median List Price$385,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$385,000
$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units1,576
Median Year Built1999

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Lakewood, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 10.2% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lakewood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.2%
27% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep29.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,222
Dentists1:1,450
Mental Health1:360
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits63.4%
Premature Death5,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities846
Lakewood has a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 132 per 100,000 (93% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Lakewood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent26.3/100K
93% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault26.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property131.6/100K
93% below US avg
Burglary52.7/100K
Theft52.7/100K
Vehicle Theft26.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lakewood has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall35.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates42.2245°N, 88.3867°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 50.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.3-point margin. 98.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+27.2%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.4%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities846
Restaurants645
Retail Stores816

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone67.1%
Public Transit4.9%
Work from Home0.0%

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