Lakewood, CO — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Jefferson County · Colorado
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Lakewood based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
156,309
2023 ACS
Median Income
$85,789
2023
Median Home Value
$548,200
2023
Median Rent
$1,746
2023
Median Age
38.0
Unemployment
4.5%
Cost of Living Index
153.0
100 = national avg
Lakewood is a city in Jefferson County, Colorado, with a population of 156,309 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Lakewood is one of the communities in Colorado.
The median household income in Lakewood is $85,789, and the median home value is $548,200. The cost of living index is 153.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,746 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, and the median age is 38.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
156,309
Male
78,247
50.1%
Female
78,062
49.9%
Median Age
38.0
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
33.8%
High School or Higher
49.3%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Veterans
5.3%
Married
37.7%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.350
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
76.0%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
22.4%
34,935 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
77.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
148,864
English Only
86.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
13,188 speakers
Limited English
4.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.5%
Limited English Proficiency
4.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
8,314
5.3% of population
Disability Rate
24.6%
2,043 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$62,185
Unemployment Rate
3.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
7,634
91.8%
Female Veterans
680
8.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$62,185
Non-Veteran Income
$47,637
Difference
$14,548
30.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,043
Without Disability
6,271
Disability Rate
24.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
118,030
#1 Ancestry
German
18.9% (29,584)
#2 Ancestry
English
12.3% (19,172)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
12.3% (19,154)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
69,296
Family Households
37,341
53.9%
Married Couples
27,049
39.0%
Non-Family Households
31,955
46.1%
Single Mother Households
6,840
9.9%
Single Father Households
3,452
5.0%
Living Alone
23,850
34.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
22,821
In Married Couple
15,130
66.3%
With Single Mother
5,514
24.2%
With Single Father
2,177
9.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$110,520
Married Couple Income
$131,392
Single Mother Income
$59,838
Single Father Income
$83,430
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,359
Grandparents Responsible
611
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$85,789
+17% vs national
Per Capita Income
$51,218
+38% vs national
Poverty Rate
9.1%
-33% vs national
Gini Index
0.4369
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.5%
-13% vs national
SNAP Recipients
7.2%
of households
How Lakewood Compares
Lakewood vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Lakewood is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Lakewood, CO has a median household income of $85,789, making it the 7,432nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lakewood has a higher median household income than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Lakewood, CO has a per capita income of $51,218, making it the 4,198th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lakewood has a higher per capita income than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Lakewood, CO has a poverty rate of 9.1%, making it the 17,868th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Lakewood has a higher poverty rate than 43% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Lakewood, CO has a unemployment rate of 4.5%, making it the 12,964th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Lakewood has a higher unemployment rate than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Lakewood. The median household income here is $85,789.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
-6% vs CO avg
Labor Force
91,970
Employed
87,642
Mean Commute
21 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
33.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
49.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
38.0
Work from Home
19.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$137.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
153.0
100 = national avg
+53.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$67,303
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$159,080
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,754
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,089
per month
The median household income in Lakewood, CO is $85,789, which is 17.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $51,218. The poverty rate of 9.1% is lower than the CO state average of 11.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4369, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, compared to the state average of 4.8%. The labor force is 91,970. 33.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with 19.9% working from home. About 67.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 153.0, which is 53.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 214.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $67,303 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$575,000
Median List Price
$559,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$262
Days on Market
55
Active Inventory
317
Months of Supply
3.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$555,248
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,728
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
16.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
31.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
90
New Listings
164
Pending Sales
133
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$262
Median List $/SF
$296
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Lakewood, CO? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area, home prices have risen 588.0% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 153.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 92.7%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 35.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 4.2%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO housing market rather than Lakewood alone.
Metro area: Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO
Lakewood vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Lakewood is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Lakewood, CO has a median home value of $548,200, making it the 2,608th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Lakewood has a higher median home value than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Lakewood, CO has a median rent of $1,746, making it the 2,703rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Lakewood has a higher median rent than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Lakewood, CO has a price per square foot of $262, making it the 4,787th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Lakewood has a higher price per square foot than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Lakewood, CO has a rent burden of 24.4%, making it the 3,872nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Lakewood has a higher rent burden than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$548,200
Median Rent
$1,746
Total Housing Units
73,000
Vacancy Rate
5.1%
Owner Occupied
58.1%
Renter Occupied
41.9%
Median Property Tax
$2,586
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,714
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,586
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.47%
of home value
Median Home Value
$548,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,014
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,586) by the median home value ($548,200). In Lakewood, CO, this works out to an effective rate of 0.47%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Lakewood, CO is $575,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 55 days on the market. 16.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $262. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,728/month. About 58.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1977. There are 73,000 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,586. The effective tax rate is 0.47%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.90
per 1,000 residents
+204% vs national
Property Crime Rate
50.93
per 1,000 residents
+196% vs national
Total Crimes
9,171
2024
Violent Clearance
50%
cases solved
Property Clearance
27%
cases solved
YoY Change
+10.2%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Lakewood Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Lakewood vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Lakewood is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Lakewood police solve 125% of murder cases but only 7% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 4 | 0.03 | 125.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 93 | 0.60 | 30.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 215 | 1.38 | 42.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 915 | 5.87 | 53.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 917 | 5.88 | 11.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 5,817 | 37.32 | 33.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 1,205 | 7.73 | 6.7% |
Lakewood, CO reported 1,232 violent crimes and 7,939 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.90 per 1,000 residents is 204.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 50% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 5,817 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 39.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,232 | 7,939 | 7.90 | 50.93 |
| 2023 | 1,119 | 7,203 | 7.17 | 46.15 |
| 2022 | 1,293 | 8,388 | 8.23 | 53.40 |
| 2021 | 1,102 | 8,604 | 6.93 | 54.12 |
| 2020 | 935 | 8,105 | 5.85 | 50.75 |
| 2018 | 1,019 | 7,800 | 6.50 | 49.75 |
| 2017 | 1,015 | 7,609 | 6.49 | 48.67 |
| 2016 | 875 | 8,454 | 5.66 | 54.70 |
| 2015 | 859 | 7,584 | 5.68 | 50.12 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
94.9
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
96.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
11.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
66.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
14
Public Assistance
$12.3M
Individual Assistance
$4.6M
Most Common Type
Fire
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarry Fire → | Fire | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm(s) | Aug 2023 | $1.9M | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.1M | $4.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Flood | Sep 2013 | $8.7M | $271K |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Flood | Sep 2013 | — | — |
| Lower North Fork Fire → | Fire | Mar 2012 | — | — |
| Indian Gulch Fire → | Fire | Mar 2011 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2007 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Coastal Storm | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Apr 2003 | $482K | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Jun 2002 | — | — |
| High Meadows Fire → | Fire | Jun 2000 | — | — |
| Heavy Rains, Snowmelt and Flooding → | Flood | May 1973 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | May 1969 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
477
Total Claims Paid
$2,541,032
Avg Claim Payout
$5,327
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
22
Federal Funding
$7,700,783
Properties Protected
8
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
6.39
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 3 | $327,519 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $438,970 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 2 | $29,026 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $199,594 |
| 95.2: Planning Related Activities | 2 | $306,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Lakewood has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, lightning, wildfire. The area has had 14 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (5 declarations). 477 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $12,261,650 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,563,603 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 22 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
23.8%
12.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.4%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.7%
3.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.6%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.8%
Arthritis
24.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
15.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
26.7%
Mobility
10.1%
Cognitive
14.0%
Hearing
6.5%
Vision
4.1%
Self-Care
2.9%
Independent Living
6.6%
Lakewood has an obesity rate of 23.8%, which is 12.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.4%, near the national average. About 10.6% of adults lack health insurance. 72.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.0 mi
Centura Health-St Anthony Hosp...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centura Health-St Anthony Hospital | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Orthocolorado Hosp At St Anthony Med Campus | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Lutheran Medical Center | 5.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Colorado Mental Health Hospital In Fort Logan | 5.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Denver Health & Hospital Authority | 5.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
54
Pop. Served
260,762
Violations (5yr)
8
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CONSOLIDATED MUTUAL MAPLE GROVE | 81,400 | 0 |
| GREEN MOUNTAIN WSD | 49,400 | 0 |
| BANCROFT CLOVER WSD | 44,000 | 0 |
| BEAR CREEK WSD | 30,000 | 0 |
| WILLOWBROOK WSD | 9,348 | 0 |
| LAKEWOOD CITY OF | 6,000 | 0 |
| HIGH VIEW WD | 4,000 | 0 |
| MEADOWBROOK WD | 3,290 | 0 |
| WIKIUP MHP | 2,500 | 0 |
| ALAMEDA WSD | 2,480 | 0 |
| KIMBERLY HILLS MHP | 2,005 | 0 |
| PINE LAKES RANCH | 1,905 | 0 |
| SPRING VALLEY MD NO 1 | 1,788 | 0 |
| FRIENDLY VILLAGE OF AURORA MHP | 1,786 | 0 |
| REDWOOD ESTATES | 1,500 | 0 |
| CANTERBURY PARK | 1,240 | 0 |
| THE SPRINGS MHP | 1,229 | 0 |
| HARMONY VILLAGE MHP | 1,215 | 0 |
| STONEYBROOK MHP | 1,073 | 0 |
| LONGVIEW MHP | 1,000 | 0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE VILLAGE OF DENVER | 863 | 0 |
| VILLA WEST | 833 | 0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE OF LONGMONT | 775 | 0 |
| THE MEADOWS | 758 | 0 |
| FRIENDLY VILLAGE OF GREELEY MHP | 660 | 1 |
| LAMPLIGHTER MHP | 651 | 0 |
| LAMPLIGHTER RHP | 643 | 0 |
| CANYON RIDGE | 625 | 0 |
| ST VRAIN MHP LLC | 544 | 0 |
| CRESTLINE MANOR | 505 | 0 |
| SHERIDAN MHP | 480 | 0 |
| MOUNTAINSIDE ESTATES MHP | 473 | 2 |
| COUNTRYSIDE OF GREELEY | 435 | 0 |
| SADDLEBACK RV | 425 | 0 |
| STONEYBROOK POINTE | 355 | 0 |
| IDLEDALE WSD | 350 | 1 |
| BONVUE WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT | 350 | 0 |
| THORNTON ESTATES | 300 | 0 |
| COUNTRY ESTATES MOBILE HOME PARK | 297 | 0 |
| TERRACE PARK MHP | 297 | 3 |
| PLEASANT GROVE MHP | 285 | 0 |
| LOVELAND MHP | 283 | 0 |
| GRAND MEADOW OF LONGMONT MHP | 255 | 0 |
| GARDEN MEADOWS | 250 | 0 |
| INSPIRATION VALLEY MHP | 250 | 0 |
| ELEVADO ESTATES LLC | 250 | 0 |
| MAJESTIC MHP | 232 | 0 |
| SEDALIA WSD | 215 | 0 |
| RIVERDALE PEAKS II MD | 209 | 0 |
| LAFAYETTE GARDENS | 207 | 0 |
| SHADY LANE MHP | 165 | 0 |
| BELLA VISTA | 131 | 0 |
| COMMERCE HEIGHTS | 130 | 0 |
| SIERRA BONITA ESTATES | 122 | 1 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
178.7K MT
Top Emitter
Tallgrass Powder River Basin Gathering System
139.7K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Tallgrass Powder River Basin Gathering System Tallgrass Development Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 139,706 |
Southwestern Production Corp Powder River Basin (515) Operations Southwestern Production Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 31,168 |
WAPA N/A Federal Government | Other | 7,831 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 54 water systems serving the area. 8 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 178.7K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
21 min
-9% vs national
Drive Alone
67.8%
-14% vs national
Public Transit
2.6%
+189% vs national
Work From Home
19.9%
+114% vs national
Carpool
6.2%
Walk / Bike
2.4%
combined
How Lakewood's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
20
2023
6-Year Avg
18
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
5
Cyclist
2
Nighttime
12
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 5 | 2 |
| 2022 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2021 | 18 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 | 12 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 | 19 | 24 | 4 | 8 | 1 |
| 2018 | 17 | 17 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Lakewood, CO is 21 minutes, which is 8.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 67.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.9% work from home, which is above the CO state average of 14.2%. Public transit is used by 2.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 6.2% of workers carpool. 1.5% walk to work. 0.9% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 20 traffic fatalities from 20 fatal crashes. 5 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
83.9%
of households
No Internet
4.8%
of households
Total Households
69,296
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.4%
of households
Smartphone
91.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
86.1%
of households
Tablet
59.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.7¢
per kWh
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-12% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$101
residential
-29% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
13% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Colorado averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $101. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Lakewood vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
54
Population Served
260,762
Violations (5yr)
8
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONSOLIDATED MUTUAL MAPLE GROVE | Community | Surface water | 81,400 | 0 |
| GREEN MOUNTAIN WSD | Community | Purchased surface water | 49,400 | 0 |
| BANCROFT CLOVER WSD | Community | Purchased surface water | 44,000 | 0 |
| BEAR CREEK WSD | Community | Purchased surface water | 30,000 | 0 |
| WILLOWBROOK WSD | Community | Purchased surface water | 9,348 | 0 |
| LAKEWOOD CITY OF | Community | Purchased surface water | 6,000 | 0 |
| HIGH VIEW WD | Community | Purchased surface water | 4,000 | 0 |
| MEADOWBROOK WD | Community | Purchased surface water | 3,290 | 0 |
| WIKIUP MHP | Community | Ground water | 2,500 | 0 |
| ALAMEDA WSD | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,480 | 0 |
| KIMBERLY HILLS MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,005 | 0 |
| PINE LAKES RANCH | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,905 | 0 |
| SPRING VALLEY MD NO 1 | Community | Ground water | 1,788 | 0 |
| FRIENDLY VILLAGE OF AURORA MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,786 | 0 |
| REDWOOD ESTATES | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,500 | 0 |
| CANTERBURY PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,240 | 0 |
| THE SPRINGS MHP | Community | Purchased ground water | 1,229 | 0 |
| HARMONY VILLAGE MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,215 | 0 |
| STONEYBROOK MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,073 | 0 |
| LONGVIEW MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,000 | 0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE VILLAGE OF DENVER | Community | Purchased surface water | 863 | 0 |
| VILLA WEST | Community | Purchased surface water | 833 | 0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE OF LONGMONT | Community | Purchased surface water | 775 | 0 |
| THE MEADOWS | Community | Purchased surface water | 758 | 0 |
| FRIENDLY VILLAGE OF GREELEY MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 660 | 1 |
| LAMPLIGHTER MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 651 | 0 |
| LAMPLIGHTER RHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 643 | 0 |
| CANYON RIDGE | Community | Purchased surface water | 625 | 0 |
| ST VRAIN MHP LLC | Community | Purchased surface water | 544 | 0 |
| CRESTLINE MANOR | Community | Purchased surface water | 505 | 0 |
| SHERIDAN MHP | Community | Ground water | 480 | 0 |
| MOUNTAINSIDE ESTATES MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 473 | 2 |
| COUNTRYSIDE OF GREELEY | Community | Purchased surface water | 435 | 0 |
| SADDLEBACK RV | Community | Purchased surface water | 425 | 0 |
| STONEYBROOK POINTE | Community | Purchased surface water | 355 | 0 |
| IDLEDALE WSD | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 350 | 1 |
| BONVUE WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT | Community | Purchased surface water | 350 | 0 |
| THORNTON ESTATES | Community | Purchased surface water | 300 | 0 |
| COUNTRY ESTATES MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 297 | 0 |
| TERRACE PARK MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 297 | 3 |
| PLEASANT GROVE MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 285 | 0 |
| LOVELAND MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 283 | 0 |
| GRAND MEADOW OF LONGMONT MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 255 | 0 |
| GARDEN MEADOWS | Community | Purchased surface water | 250 | 0 |
| INSPIRATION VALLEY MHP | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| ELEVADO ESTATES LLC | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| MAJESTIC MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 232 | 0 |
| SEDALIA WSD | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 215 | 0 |
| RIVERDALE PEAKS II MD | Community | Ground water | 209 | 0 |
| LAFAYETTE GARDENS | Community | Purchased surface water | 207 | 0 |
| SHADY LANE MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 165 | 0 |
| BELLA VISTA | Community | Purchased surface water | 131 | 0 |
| COMMERCE HEIGHTS | Community | Purchased ground water | 130 | 0 |
| SIERRA BONITA ESTATES | Community | Purchased surface water | 122 | 1 |
92.8% of households in Lakewood have broadband internet access. 83.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 7.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.8% of households have no internet access. 6.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 54 water systems, providing water to 260,762 people. A total of 8 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Lakewood is located in Jefferson County, CO. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Lakewood.
Election Overview
Source: Jefferson County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
210,875
58.3%
GOP Votes
140,505
38.9%
Total Votes
361,504
Margin
D+19.5%
Shift from 2020
D+0.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 210,875 | 140,505 | 361,504 | 58.3% | 38.9% | D+19.5 |
| 2020 | 218,396 | 148,417 | 377,357 | 57.9% | 39.3% | D+18.5 |
| 2016 | 151,885 | 130,233 | 309,529 | 49.1% | 42.1% | D+7.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Jefferson County recorded 361,504 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.3% of the vote compared to 38.9% for Republicans, a margin of D+19.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+0.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Jefferson County has shifted 12.5 percentage points toward Democrats.
Public Records Request
Source: lakewoodco.govSubmit a public records request to Lakewood — The online public records request form uses the NextRequest portal, but it is blocked by Cloudflare security verification. No direct FOIA email address found on the page. The City Clerk's office is the official contact for public records requests..
Source: lakewoodco.gov
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
657
Total Assets
$3.1B
Total Income
$3.1B
Per 10K Residents
42.0
nonprofits
-24.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
77
Median Assets
$249K
Oldest Active
1936
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $2.6B of $3.1B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Lakewood
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFLakewood, CO has 657 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $3.1B. The most common category is Education, with 73 organizations. 77 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 42.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1936.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,279
Total Approved
$572.2M
Jobs Supported
11,850
Per 10K Residents
81.8
SBA loans
+1.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
168
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
165 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,109
Total Amount
$481.5M
Avg Loan
$434,202
Median Loan
$200,000
SBA Guaranteed
$365.8M(76%)
Jobs Supported
8,425
Loans
170
Total Amount
$90.6M
Avg Loan
$533,112
Median Loan
$331,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
243
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$178.3M
31% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$733,644
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vforge Inc. | 5 | $11.3M |
| Staton Law Llc | 3 | $7.3M |
| Pioneer Energy Inc. | 2 | $7.1M |
| Alcorn Construction Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Professionals Investment Group Inc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Industrial Cooling Solutions Inc. | 3 | $5.0M |
| Dermatology Healthcare Excellence Pllc | 1 | $4.4M |
| Altitude Community Law P.c. | 1 | $4.2M |
| Barnett Enterprises Corp | 1 | $4.2M |
| Ever Green Hotel Group Llc | 1 | $4.1M |
Lakewood, CO has received 1,279 SBA loans totaling $572.2M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,109 loans (87% of the total), supporting 8,425 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 170 loans totaling $90.6M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Lakewood is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 165 loans. That works out to 81.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
40
Total Population
945,834
Avg Median Income
-$83,249,032
Avg Home Value
-$82,802,561
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80002 | 20,975 | $92,827 | $538,900 | $1,733 | 6.5 |
| 80003 | 35,381 | $82,754 | $486,600 | $1,729 | 6.6 |
| 80004 | 34,580 | $99,576 | $590,600 | $1,771 | 7.2 |
| 80033 | 26,841 | $84,719 | $568,900 | $1,536 | 8.3 |
| 80110 | 23,775 | $82,037 | $455,600 | $1,582 | 6.4 |
| 80113 | 22,619 | $95,543 | $699,600 | $1,588 | 7.7 |
| 80120 | 29,992 | $91,162 | $596,400 | $1,607 | 8.4 |
| 80123 | 45,364 | $106,731 | $581,800 | $1,958 | 12.0 |
| 80128 | 36,859 | $119,827 | $554,100 | $1,934 | 12.6 |
| 80202 | 18,233 | $110,372 | $677,100 | $2,246 | 1.2 |
| 80203 | 22,355 | $74,654 | $462,500 | $1,569 | 1.1 |
| 80204 | 35,518 | $79,265 | $579,900 | $1,724 | 5.5 |
| 80205 | 33,856 | $98,770 | $627,600 | $1,816 | 4.6 |
| 80206 | 24,555 | $102,248 | $892,200 | $1,694 | 2.5 |
| 80209 | 26,794 | $118,759 | $971,500 | $1,981 | 3.5 |
| 80210 | 39,155 | $120,156 | $870,500 | $1,963 | 6.1 |
| 80211 | 37,441 | $117,685 | $747,800 | $1,931 | 4.5 |
| 80212 | 20,426 | $118,692 | $705,300 | $1,714 | 3.6 |
| 80214 | 26,759 | $74,259 | $519,900 | $1,516 | 4.7 |
| 80215 | 19,684 | $85,017 | $615,500 | $1,728 | 5.5 |
| 80218 | 19,364 | $82,925 | $653,900 | $1,475 | 1.6 |
| 80219 | 60,095 | $67,325 | $426,200 | $1,464 | 7.4 |
| 80221 | 40,938 | $84,425 | $449,700 | $1,642 | 9.1 |
| 80223 | 19,624 | $80,461 | $497,900 | $1,650 | 5.3 |
| 80226 | 32,237 | $78,466 | $547,000 | $1,738 | 8.1 |
| 80227 | 34,946 | $88,796 | $535,000 | $1,786 | 10.8 |
| 80228 | 34,677 | $110,013 | $607,300 | $1,819 | 11.5 |
| 80232 | 22,398 | $87,799 | $487,100 | $1,715 | 3.9 |
| 80235 | 8,374 | $69,588 | $544,000 | $1,768 | 3.4 |
| 80236 | 17,207 | $83,543 | $495,800 | $1,636 | 3.2 |
| 80246 | 13,028 | $66,503 | $659,700 | $1,661 | 1.7 |
| 80264 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 80290 | 452 | $101,110 | N/A | $2,265 | 0.0 |
| 80293 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 80294 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 80401 | 43,429 | $112,444 | $748,800 | $1,868 | 49.1 |
| 80419 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 80453 | 306 | N/A | $450,000 | N/A | 0.5 |
| 80454 | 1,320 | $173,125 | $757,400 | N/A | 5.0 |
| 80465 | 16,277 | $130,455 | $628,800 | $2,270 | 43.4 |
Lakewood, CO has 40 ZIP codes with a combined population of 945,834. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$83,249,032. The average median home value is -$82,802,561. The average median monthly rent is -$99,998,498.
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