Lakewood, NJ Census Data
The 10th largest city in New Jersey by population · 19 cities ranked
Lakewood is the 10th largest city in New Jersey by population and ranks 14th of 19 for median household income. With 69,884 residents, its poverty rate of 29.3% ranks among the higher rates in New Jersey. 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
69,884
51.9% male · 48.1% female
Median Age
17.3
21.4 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$57,576
$20,962 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
31.3%
3.7% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 89.6%
Poverty Rate
29.3%
16.9% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.3%
Broadband Access
78.3%
11.4% below the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$618,400
Median rent: $1,647 · 37% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.8%
Labor force participation: 49.3%
Per Capita Income
$30,891
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
1.8%
Disability rate: 5.0%
How Lakewood Compares to Other New Jersey Cities
Rankings among all 19 New Jersey cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 10th of 19 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 14th of 19 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 18th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 7th of 19 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 2nd of 19 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Lakewood, NJ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lakewood, NJ?
The population of Lakewood, NJ is 69,884 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 17.3 years.
What is the median household income in Lakewood?
The median household income in Lakewood, NJ is $57,576, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $30,891.
What is the poverty rate in Lakewood?
The poverty rate in Lakewood, NJ is 29.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Lakewood residents have a college degree?
31.3% of adults (25+) in Lakewood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.6% 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, NJ is $618,400. Median rent is $1,647 per month, with 37% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Lakewood?
Lakewood's population is 85.3% White, 1.7% Black, 13.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Lakewood rank among New Jersey cities?
Lakewood is the 10th largest city in New Jersey by population, the 14th highest for median household income, the 18th lowest for poverty rate, the 7th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 19 ranked New Jersey cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Lakewood?
The unemployment rate in Lakewood, NJ is 6.8%, with a labor force participation rate of 49.3%. Per capita income is $30,891.
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