Lakewood is one of California’s classic post-war planned communities, known for tree-lined streets, parks, and a friendly suburban atmosphere. Lakewood Center provides everyday shopping and dining, and community events, sports leagues, and local parks keep neighbors connected. The housing is largely single-family ranch-style homes on comfortable lots, many updated, expanded, or fitted with accessory dwelling units. Its central location offers quick access to Long Beach, Orange County, and major freeways. Steady demand and a reputation for stability make Lakewood a favorite among families, move-up buyers, and those seeking suburban living at a more accessible price than the coast.
79,203 people live in Lakewood, where the median age is 39.4 and the average individual income is $45,870. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Lakewood, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt, DND, and Focus.
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| Dining · $ | 1.08 miles | 4 reviews | 2.8/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.03 miles | 2 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.05 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.27 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.24 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.54 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.54 miles | 1 review | 4/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.74 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.76 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.84 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.03 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.06 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.31 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.35 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Lakewood has 25,798 households, with an average household size of 3.07. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lakewood do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 79,203 people call Lakewood home. The population density is 8,776 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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