Lakewood, California
Lakewood: a community in California's Los Angeles County.
About
Lakewood is a town located in the county of Los Angeles in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 80,048. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 78,119 inhabitants.
The town was created 72 years ago in 1954.
Quick Facts about Lakewood
| Population | 78,119 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Postal code | 90805, 90715, 90714, 90711, 90712, 90713, 90716 |
| Phone Area Codes | 562 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.54% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.46% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.8536,-118.1340 |
| Altitude | 46 feet / 14 meters |
| Establishment | April 16, 1954 (72 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 17:09:30 (18th April 2026) |
| Population growth | -2.47% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 55℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Lakewood is located at 33°51'13"N 118°8'2"W (33.8536300, -118.1339600).
Lakewood map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 55.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Lakewood
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Lakewood decreased by 2.47% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 67,126 | - | |
| 2010 | 80,048 | 16.14% | census |
| 2011 | 80,413 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 80,672 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 80,883 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 80,927 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 80,951 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 80,895 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 80,510 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 79,907 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 79,307 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 78,119 | -1.52% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in Lakewood
1Exclusivo Inn + Suites
11535 E Carson St, Lakewood, CA 90715, United States View details
Phone: +15628600546 | Website available
2Lakewood Inn
11727 E Carson St, Lakewood, CA 90715, United States View details
Services and Civic Places in Lakewood
1City of Lakewood
5050 Clark Ave, Lakewood, CA 90712, United States View details
Phone: +15628669771 | Website available
2Lakewood City Hall
5050 Clark Ave, Lakewood, CA 90713, United States View details
Phone: +15628669771 | Website available
3City of Lakewood - Water
Arbor Rd, Lakewood, CA 90713, United States View details
People born in Lakewood (41)
People born in Lakewood, including basketball player Kristen Mann, racing cyclist Greg LeMond, professional basketball player Kyle Korver, .
More notable people
- Ryan Eggold (American actor) he was born in 10/08/1984
- Craig Dykema (Professional basketball player) he was born in 11/06/1959
- Paul Lotman (American volleyball player) he was born in 03/11/1985
- Bobby Crosby (American baseball player) he was born in 12/01/1980
- Bryton James (American actor-singer) he was born in 17/08/1986
- Donnie Murphy (American baseball player) he was born in 10/03/1983
- D. J. Waldie (American writer) he was born in 15/09/1948
- Edwin Draughan (American basketball player) he was born in 05/12/1982
- Natalie Golda (American water polo player and coach) she was born in 28/12/1981
- Prikeba Phipps (American volleyball player) she was born in 30/06/1969
- Debbie Evans (Stunt actor) she was born in 05/02/1958
- Harold Butler (American businessman) he was born in 01/01/1921
- Joel Adamson (American baseball player) he was born in 02/07/1971
- Jon Weber (American baseball player) he was born in 20/01/1978
- Travis Ramsey (American ice hockey player) he was born in 16/05/1983
- Khris Davis (baseball player from the United States) he was born in 21/12/1987
- Kimber Riddle (actress) she was born in 01/01/2000
- Kristoffer Cusick (American actor) he was born in 29/03/1974
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lakewood, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 447759 | National Polytechnic College | Lakewood (CA) | 90712 |
| 117645 | Long Beach City College | Long Beach (CA) | 90808-1706 |
| 487597 | Universal Technical Institute-Southern California | Long Beach (CA) | 90808-1789 |
| 372073 | Fremont College | Cerritos (CA) | 90703 |
| 439871 | PCI College | Cerritos (CA) | 90703 |
Nearby Transit Stations (47)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lakewood, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LBC | Long Beach, California | 601 North Long Beach Blvd. | BUS |
| TOA | Torrance, CA | 20575 Hamilton Avenue | BUS |
| SPD | San Pedro (Catalina Terminal), California | 1st Stop: N.Front & Swinford, Berth 95, Catalina | BUS |
| FUL | Fullerton Transportation Center | 120 East Santa Fe Avenue | RAIL |
| SPO | San Pedro (Downtown), California | 931 S. Gaffey St. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Lakewood.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Post Office | Lakewood (CA) | 90714 |
| Viking Post Office | Long Beach (CA) | 90808 |
| Bellflower Post Office | Bellflower (CA) | 90706 |
| Artesia Post Office | Artesia (CA) | 90701 |
| Bixby Post Office | Long Beach (CA) | 90807 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Lakewood, Colorado The fifth most populous city in Colorado. with a population of 157,429 people.
- Lakewood, New Jersey township in Ocean County, New Jersey with a population of 107,439 people.
- Lakewood, Washington The most populous city in Pierce County, Washington. with a population of 59,829 people.
- Lakewood, Ohio A city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. with a population of 49,350 people.
- Lakewood, Illinois city in Illinois, United States of America with a population of 3,967 people.
- Lakewood, New York city in Chautauqua County, New York, United States of America with a population of 2,774 people.
- Lakewood, Minnesota urban township in St. with a population of 2,271 people.
- Lakewood, Wisconsin town in Oconto County, WI with a population of 846 people.
Other cities in Los Angeles County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Los Angeles County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,970,219 | The second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Los Angeles metropolitan area. |
| Long Beach | 454,681 | The second most populous city in California, Long Beach is a major center for business, manufacturing, and tourism. |
| Santa Clarita | 209,990 | The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Glendale | 197,747 | The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Lancaster | 155,822 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Palmdale | 150,498 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Pomona | 149,212 | The sixth most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Torrance | 141,553 | The third most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Pasadena | 141,045 | The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| East Los Angeles | 126,496 | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, United States |
| El Monte | 112,344 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Downey | 109,202 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Inglewood | 107,203 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Santa Maria | 105,851 | The third most populous city in Santa Barbara County, California. |
| West Covina | 103,656 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Norwalk | 102,635 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
Distance to Other Cities
Lakewood distances to largest California cities