Lakewood, CA Census Data
The 109th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Lakewood is the 109th largest city in California by population and ranks 49th of 188 for median household income. With 80,510 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 167 other California cities. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
80,510
48.9% male · 51.1% female
Median Age
39.0
0.3 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$116,794
$38,256 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
32.6%
2.4% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 90.4%
Poverty Rate
5.9%
6.5% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.9%
Broadband Access
96.7%
7.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$774,100
Median rent: $2,324 · 72% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
Labor force participation: 63.5%
Per Capita Income
$55,226
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.5%
Disability rate: 9.7%
How Lakewood Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 109th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 49th of 188 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 21st of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 96th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 73rd of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Lakewood, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lakewood, CA?
The population of Lakewood, CA is 80,510 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 39.0 years.
What is the median household income in Lakewood?
The median household income in Lakewood, CA is $116,794, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $55,226.
What is the poverty rate in Lakewood?
The poverty rate in Lakewood, CA is 5.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Lakewood residents have a college degree?
32.6% of adults (25+) in Lakewood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.4% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Lakewood?
The median home value in Lakewood, CA is $774,100. Median rent is $2,324 per month, with 72% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Lakewood?
Lakewood's population is 39.4% White, 8.0% Black, 36.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 17.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Lakewood rank among California cities?
Lakewood is the 109th largest city in California by population, the 49th highest for median household income, the 21st lowest for poverty rate, the 96th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Lakewood?
The unemployment rate in Lakewood, CA is 5.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 63.5%. Per capita income is $55,226.
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