Median Income
$64,848
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$252,900
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,185
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Lakewood Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population14,077
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density2,110/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,848
Per Capita$30,094
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$16,683M
Commute34 min
Housing
A
Home Value$252,900
Rent$1,185
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Elevation16 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute34 min
Libraries7
Is Lakewood Park a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lakewood Park receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Lakewood Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lakewood Park is $64,848, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lakewood Park is $252,900, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,185 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Lakewood Park has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Lakewood Park has a population of 14,077 with a density of 2,110 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 15.2% Black.
Population
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Lakewood Park vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.1% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Spanish | 14.9% |
| 11% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Lakewood Park vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Lakewood Park is $64,848, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: Lakewood Park vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,848 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,094 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,024 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,239 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,744 |
| County GDP | $16,683M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 524 |
| Healthcare | 945 |
| Retail | 818 |
| Manufacturing | 152 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,917 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.74% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |
The median home value in Lakewood Park is $252,900, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,185 (2% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $252,900 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $326,445 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $326,445 |
| $/Sq Ft | $200 |
| Homes Sold | 14 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 35.6% |
| Inventory | 87 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,185 |
| 2% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,917 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.74% |
In Lakewood Park, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lakewood Park vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.1% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 20.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,816/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 945 |
Crime Rates: Lakewood Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 38 |
Safety Score
Lakewood Park has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
64°F Jan (18°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above US avg |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.4 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,110/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.5390°N, 80.3872°W |
| County FIPS | 12111 |