Lakewood

Lakewood, Colorado Overview

Lakewood faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (50.1/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in Colorado. Even so, the city scores 76/100 in Health — a relative bright spot compared to its Safety score of 26/100.

Income & Employment in Lakewood

The median household income in Lakewood is $83,987, 8% below the statewide median of $91,340. The local unemployment rate of 4.2% is higher than the state’s 3.8%. Population grew 0.3% recently.

Safety in Lakewood

With a violent crime rate of 732.4 per 100,000, Lakewood exceeds the Colorado average of 413. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 4713.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Lakewood

Lakewood has a cost of living index of 105.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $548,200. Median monthly rent is $1,746. Renters spend 24.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Lakewood

Lakewood’s adult obesity rate of 23.8% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.7%. Residents report an average of 15.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Colorado ranks #17 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Lakewood

Lakewood has a high school graduation rate of 83%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,196. The city has 39 public schools serving 23,312 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Lakewood

The annual average temperature in Lakewood is 47.6°F. Summers average 67.3°F. Winters average 27.5°F. Annual precipitation is 25.1 inches. 16.9% of workers in Lakewood work from home, well above the national average.

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