Lakewood

Lakewood, New Jersey Overview

Lakewood scores 50.9/100 overall (C+), ranking #9 of 20 cities in New Jersey — below the state composite of 65.9. Education is the city’s relative strength at 85/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 7/100.

Income & Employment in Lakewood

The median household income in Lakewood is $70,483, 27% below the statewide median of $97,126.

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 $618,400. Median monthly rent is $1,647. The price-to-income ratio of 8.8x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Lakewood

The adult obesity rate in Lakewood is 33.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.4%. Residents report an average of 22 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Jersey ranks #10 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Lakewood

Lakewood has a high school graduation rate of 84%. The student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $45,290 per student, well above the national median. The city has 9 public schools serving 4,756 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Lakewood

Lakewood enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 56.4°F. Summers average 73.6°F. Winters average 41.1°F. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. The mean commute time is 18.4 minutes, compared to 27.1 for New Jersey overall.

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