Lakewood, Washington
Quick Statistics
Lakewood is a community in Pierce County, Washington, home to about 62,937 people spread across 17.1 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $43,887 a year, and a typical home is worth about $461,200. About 35.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 8 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, Lakewood ranks number 21 of 628 in population, number 374 in median household income, number 270 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Lakewood typically top out near 76°F in July, while January nights average about 33°F. The area sees roughly 6 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | McChord AFB, WA | 2.8 mi. | 2,999 |
| 2. | Steilacoom, WA | 3.0 mi. | 6,686 |
| 3. | University Place, WA | 3.7 mi. | 34,911 |
| 4. | North Fort Lewis, WA | 4.3 mi. | 6,337 |
| 5. | Parkland, WA | 4.5 mi. | 38,742 |
| 6. | Fircrest, WA | 4.6 mi. | 7,069 |
| 7. | Ketron Island, WA | 5.0 mi. | 0 |
| 8. | Fort Lewis, WA | 5.1 mi. | 15,167 |
What is the population of Lakewood, Washington?
Lakewood has a population of about 62,937 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Lakewood, Washington in?
Lakewood is located in Pierce County, Washington.
What is the median home value in Lakewood, Washington?
The median home value in Lakewood is about $461,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Lakewood, Washington?
The median personal income in Lakewood is about $43,887 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Lakewood, Washington?
Since 1950, 9 tornadoes have been recorded in Pierce County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Lakewood, Washington?
Typical July highs run about 76 degrees and January lows about 33 degrees, with around 6 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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