Lakewood, CO Census Data
The 5th largest city in Colorado by population · 20 cities ranked
Lakewood is the 5th largest city in Colorado by population and ranks 12th of 20 for median household income. With 156,309 residents, its poverty rate of 9.1% ranks among the higher rates in Colorado. 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
156,309
50.1% male · 49.9% female
Median Age
38.0
0.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$85,789
$7,251 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
45.3%
10.3% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 93.6%
Poverty Rate
9.1%
3.3% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 7.6%
Broadband Access
96.4%
6.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$548,200
Median rent: $1,746 · 58% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
Labor force participation: 65.6%
Per Capita Income
$51,713
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.4%
Disability rate: 12.7%
How Lakewood Compares to Other Colorado Cities
Rankings among all 20 Colorado cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 5th of 20 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 12th of 20 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 11th of 20 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 11th of 20 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 10th of 20 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Lakewood, CO Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lakewood, CO?
The population of Lakewood, CO is 156,309 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 38.0 years.
What is the median household income in Lakewood?
The median household income in Lakewood, CO is $85,789, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $51,713.
What is the poverty rate in Lakewood?
The poverty rate in Lakewood, CO is 9.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 7.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Lakewood residents have a college degree?
45.3% of adults (25+) in Lakewood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.6% 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, CO is $548,200. Median rent is $1,746 per month, with 58% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Lakewood?
Lakewood's population is 76.0% White, 1.4% Black, 22.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 4.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Lakewood rank among Colorado cities?
Lakewood is the 5th largest city in Colorado by population, the 12th highest for median household income, the 11th lowest for poverty rate, the 11th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 20 ranked Colorado cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Lakewood?
The unemployment rate in Lakewood, CO is 4.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 65.6%. Per capita income is $51,713.
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