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Lakewood, WA Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Avery Davis

Anyone else love living in Lakewood?

Hello, My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thanks in advance! People here are genuinely friendly, not just s...

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vegas_ethan

Healthcare options in Lakewood?

Longtime lurker here, I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,460 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with ab...

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Avery Davis

What Lakewood does better than anywhere else

Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 30s, and Homes are going for about $420,500 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 63,034 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakewood sits at 756.8 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, ...

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Robert P.

Commute times in Lakewood -how bad?

First post here. It's a a smaller city city with about 63,034 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cheers.

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Luca Lewis

Studio apartments in Lakewood -options?

Hey everyone, I relocated for work and Rent is about $1,460/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakewood sits at 756.8 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What do you all think? I'd say it's better for fa...

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Violet Smith

Affordable areas near Lakewood?

First post here. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Liam Martin

Is Lakewood worth moving to in 2026?

I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $420,500, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I overthinking this? The suburbs are where ...

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Zoe Young

Is Lakewood good for remote workers?

Hello, Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakewood sits at 756.8 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Thoughts? Appreciate any input.

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Jace Watson

Rent in Lakewood getting crazy

Alright, Been living here since 2024. Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $70,524, which feels about average for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthinking this? Thanks in advance! Cost ...

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Nathan Anderson

Grocery stores in Lakewood -recommendations?

OK so Just moved here 14 months ago and It's a a smaller city city with about 63,034 people. You can expect to pay around $1,460 for rent here. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The...

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Aubrey Harris

Moving to Lakewood -what should I know?

Alright, Been living here since 2012. You can expect to pay around $1,460 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What are your go-to spots? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech sc...

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Camila Allen

Is Lakewood walkable?

We have two kids and Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,460 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Aubrey Harris

Worst things about Lakewood nobody talks about

Hey, Median household income is $70,524, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Would love some local perspective. Property taxes are high but you get goo...

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vegas_ethan

Job market in Lakewood for tech?

Household incomes average around $70,524 in Lakewood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Worth the trade-offs?

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Jack Cooper

How is Lakewood for outdoor activities?

I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -Lakewood sits at 756.8 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $420,500, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most fami...

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Nathan C.

Best kept secrets of Lakewood, WA

Hey, Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,460 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakewood sits at 756.8 per 100K. Median household income is $70,524, which feels about average for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is dec...

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Robert Taylor

Is Lakewood getting better or worse?

Longtime lurker here, The median home value here is around $420,500, which is pretty steep. With a population of 63,034, Lakewood is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you all think?

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la_ella

Working in Lakewood -salaries realistic?

Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 18 months ago and Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. With a population of 63,034, Lakewood is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $70,524 in Lakewood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you ...

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la_ella

Dog-friendly places in Lakewood?

I'm single, late 20s, and Rent is about $1,460/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Should I be concerned? TIA! The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Nathan C.

Lakewood is underrated, change my mind

Hi all, Born and raised here. Median household income is $70,524, which feels about average for the area.

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Grace Phillips

Moving from Omaha to Lakewood next month

Hey folks, I'm retired and Median household income is $70,524, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I overthinking this? Thanks!

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Zoe Young

Remote worker thinking about Lakewood

Hey folks, Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $420,500 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Anyone in a similar situation? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in...

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Clara Robinson

Lakewood housing prices -when will it stop?

Military spouse here. Rent is about $1,460/month for a decent place. Median household income is $70,524, which feels about average for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Jace Chavez

Rent in Lakewood getting crazy

It's a a smaller city city with about 63,034 people. You can expect to pay around $1,460 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of livin...

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Avery Davis

Housing in Lakewood compared to Cleveland

Hello, The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. What are your go-to spots? Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Liam D.

Co-working spaces in Lakewood?

Random thought, Military spouse here. Median household income is $70,524, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,460/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 63,034 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakewood sits at 756.8 per 100K. It's not perfect...

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Eliana H.

Top 5 things I love about Lakewood

Hey everyone, The median home value here is around $420,500, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,460/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,460 for rent here. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts? App...

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