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Lakewood, CA

Looking to move to Lakewood, CA? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Lakewood, CA is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Lakewood, CA has a population of 76710. What about cost of living in Lakewood, CA? The median income in Lakewood, CA is $116,207 and the median home value is $735,830.

Read on to learn more about Lakewood, CA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Lakewood, CA

Average Temperatures

74 high / 55 low

Average Annual Rainfall

13 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about Lakewood, California

Median Home Value
$735,830
Median Property Tax
$3,582
Total Population
76,710
Average Commute
26 min
Median Household Income
$116,207
Median Monthly Rent
$1,924

Map of Lakewood, CA

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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