Lakewood Population 2026
Lakewood has a population of 53,805, making it the #791 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 164× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,805
Rank in United States
#791
Coordinates
40.10°N, 74.22°W
~23 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
276 km
171 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Lakewood
- Brick76,021 people · ~8 km away
- Point Pleasant18,523 people · ~13 km away
- Toms River88,791 people · ~16 km away
- Bayville20,512 people · ~22 km away
- Asbury Park15,818 people · ~22 km away
- Marlboro40,191 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lakewood?
Lakewood has a population of 53,805 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #791 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lakewood in?
Lakewood is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Lakewood the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 276 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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