Washington · Metropolitan Area
Lakewood is a mid-size city in Washington with a population of 63,034. Residents earn $70,524 per year, which is 6% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lakewood receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs, high obesity rates. Lakewood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Lakewood is $70,524, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Lakewood is $420,500, 49% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,460 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 641 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,156 per 100,000, 112% above the national average.
22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Lakewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 76.6% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 23.4% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,524 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,711 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,354 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,111 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 20,820 |
| County GDP | $64,941M |
| Restaurants | 1,771 |
| Healthcare | 2,355 |
| Retail | 2,124 |
| Manufacturing | 537 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,011 |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.67% |
| Commute Time | 28.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
| Census Median | $420,500 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $510,470 |
| Median List Price | $589,950 |
| Median List Price | $589,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $339 |
| Homes Sold | 37 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 34.9% |
| Inventory | 86 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,460 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,734 |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,011 |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.67% |
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,855/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,355 |
| Total Violent | 640.7/100K |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Murder | 1.7/100K |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Rape | 70.8/100K |
| Robbery | 148.4/100K |
| Assault | 419.8/100K |
| Total Property | 4,155.9/100K |
| 112% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,085.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,704.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 365.9/100K |
| Arson | 25.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 86 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.0 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 17.1 sq mi (44.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,695/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1641°N, 122.5281°W |
| County FIPS | 53053 |
Winner: Democrat by 10.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.6% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,695/sq mi |
| Total Area | 17.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 29 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,355 |
| Restaurants | 1,771 |
| Retail Stores | 2,124 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 86 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 28.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |