Lakewood, WA Census Data
The 21st largest city in Washington by population · 26 cities ranked
Lakewood is the 21st largest city in Washington by population and ranks 23rd of 26 for median household income. With 63,034 residents, its poverty rate of 13.6% ranks among the higher rates in Washington. 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
63,034
48.5% male · 51.5% female
Median Age
36.3
2.4 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$70,524
$8,014 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
22.6%
12.4% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 87.1%
Poverty Rate
13.6%
1.2% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 10.3%
Broadband Access
95.0%
5.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$420,500
Median rent: $1,460 · 45% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
Labor force participation: 54.5%
Per Capita Income
$43,794
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
13.3%
Disability rate: 19.6%
How Lakewood Compares to Other Washington Cities
Rankings among all 26 Washington cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 21st of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 23rd of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 21st of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 24th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 20th of 26 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Lakewood, WA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lakewood, WA?
The population of Lakewood, WA is 63,034 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.3 years.
What is the median household income in Lakewood?
The median household income in Lakewood, WA is $70,524, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $43,794.
What is the poverty rate in Lakewood?
The poverty rate in Lakewood, WA is 13.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 10.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Lakewood residents have a college degree?
22.6% of adults (25+) in Lakewood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.1% 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, WA is $420,500. Median rent is $1,460 per month, with 45% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Lakewood?
Lakewood's population is 48.8% White, 13.9% Black, 20.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 7.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Lakewood rank among Washington cities?
Lakewood is the 21st largest city in Washington by population, the 23rd highest for median household income, the 21st lowest for poverty rate, the 24th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 26 ranked Washington cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Lakewood?
The unemployment rate in Lakewood, WA is 5.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 54.5%. Per capita income is $43,794.
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