Town
- Public SchoolsB
- Crime & SafetyC-
- HousingC-
- NightlifeA
- Good for FamiliesB-
- DiversityA+
- JobsB-
- WeatherB-
- Cost of LivingC
- Health & FitnessA-
- Outdoor ActivitiesA
- CommuteB+
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$248,200
National
$184,700Median Rent
$971
National
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Lakewood Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
C-
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Residents
Working in Lakewood
Jobs
B-
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$50,175
National
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Lakewood Reviews
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Lakewood Washington is a nice place to live and go to school. Lakewood is close to freeway access to nearby cities and communities outside of itself. There are 3 high schools in Lakewood Washington. Lakewood Towne center is at the heart of the community with many shopping needs and options, as well as central access to public transportation. There are many work opportunities available to all working aged people of all skill levels and experience. Pierce Community College boarders Lakewood and the town of Steilacoom. It is an important part of our community, opening doors to many people and households through outstanding programs and studies. Cloverpark Technical College is also at the heart of Lakewood, providing students of all ages and backgrounds access to quality education and skilled trade professions. I believe that my community is a place where many people of different cultures can and do come together to make our lives better.
I have lived in Lakewood for about two years now. Some things I love about living in Lakewood are: Low cost of living compared to surrounding counties, the yearly farmers market, a huge off-leash dog park, multiple community colleges, close waterfronts, a variety of restaurant selections, the cultural diversity, a patriotic military base, growing communities, well-stocked grocery stores, multiple job opportunities, multiple exercise facilities, bowling allies, and multiple movie theatres. Somethings I'd like to see more of are more walking trails, more paved and marked neighborhood streets, more side walks, and more resources for the homeless population. Overall, Lakewood has been a great, safe environment to call home the past two years.
Lakewood has so many community resources for both families and single people. As a suburb of Tacoma, it has a slightly more secluded, woodsy feel that is appealing. Close to shopping centers and close enough commute to Seattle or Olympia. Beautiful community!