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Crime in Lakewood summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Lakewood. Key points include:
There were 2,334 total crimes in Lakewood in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Lakewood is 3,038.4 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Lakewood is 453.0 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Lakewood is 2,585.3 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Lakewood is 43.37% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Lakewood Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Lakewood / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 2,334 | 3,038.4 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 348 | 453.0 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 3 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 140 | 182.2 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 193 | 251.2 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 1,986 | 2,585.3 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 227 | 295.5 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 1,287 | 1,675.4 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 472 | 614.4 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Lakewood summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lakewood. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lakewood is 166 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lakewood is 1.7x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Lakewood is $882,501.
The median income in Lakewood is $119,177.
Lakewood's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lakewood Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lakewood | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 166 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 111 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 117 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 291 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 113 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 122 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 116 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lakewood, CA Weather
The average high in Lakewood is 75.3° and the average low is 54.1°.
There are 22.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 16.2 inches of precipitation each year with 0.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lakewood |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 75.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 54.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 22.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 16.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Lakewood, CA Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Lakewood
I grew up in this city going to public school and got a excellente education. There is a strong sense of community in the city were everyone stills knows each other even though is not exactly a small town. I grew up here and it will always be my home.
The city takes care of its citizens with great parks, services like senior centers, etc. The city also puts on concerts in the park during the summer time. The city does a good job overall maintaining its goal in government on providing the proper services.
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Lakewood Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lakewood
The current population in Lakewood is 79,850. The population has decreased 0.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 79,850 | -0.8% |
| 2023 | 80,510 | -1.2% |
| 2022 | 81,499 | -1.1% |
| 2021 | 82,419 | 3.4% |
| 2020 | 79,676 | -0.8% |
| 2019 | 80,292 | -0.6% |
| 2018 | 80,771 | -0.4% |
| 2017 | 81,106 | 0.1% |
| 2016 | 81,054 | -0.1% |
| 2015 | 81,173 | 0.3% |
| 2014 | 80,926 | 0.5% |
| 2013 | 80,511 | 0.4% |
| 2012 | 80,213 | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 79,994 | 0.2% |
| 2010 | 79,859 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lakewood
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Lakewood is:
30.4% White with 24,277 White residents.
7.0% African American with 5,611 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 123 American Indian residents.
17.0% Asian with 13,589 Asian residents.
0.9% Hawaiian with 736 Hawaiian residents.
0.6% Other with 462 Other residents.
5.0% Two Or More with 3,975 Two Or More residents.
38.9% Hispanic with 31,077 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lakewood | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 30.4% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 7.0% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 17.0% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.0% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 38.9% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lakewood
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Lakewood is 50.5% female with 40,311 female residents.
Lakewood is 49.5% male with 39,539 male residents.
| Gender | Lakewood | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lakewood for adults over 25
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6.0% of adults in Lakewood completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Lakewood completed 9-12th grade.
23.0% of adults in Lakewood completed high school / ged.
23.0% of adults in Lakewood completed some college.
11.0% of adults in Lakewood completed associate's degree.
22.0% of adults in Lakewood completed bachelor's degree.
8.0% of adults in Lakewood completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Lakewood completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Lakewood completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lakewood | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 6.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 23.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 23.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lakewood, California
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2.5% of households in Lakewood earn Less than $10,000.
2.0% of households in Lakewood earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.7% of households in Lakewood earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.2% of households in Lakewood earn $25,000 to $34,999.
6.1% of households in Lakewood earn $35,000 to $49,999.
10.8% of households in Lakewood earn $50,000 to $74,999.
11.7% of households in Lakewood earn $75,000 to $99,999.
22.7% of households in Lakewood earn $100,000 to $149,999.
16.1% of households in Lakewood earn $150,000 to $199,999.
20.2% of households in Lakewood earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lakewood | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.5% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.0% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.7% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.2% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.1% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10.8% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.7% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 22.7% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 16.1% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 20.2% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
