Lakewood Population 2026
Lakewood has a population of 50,656, making it the #862 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Ohio. It is about 174× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,656
Rank in United States
#862
Coordinates
41.48°N, 81.80°W
~215 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
496 km
308 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ohio
Cities near Lakewood
- Cleveland365,379 people · ~9 km away
- Parma79,937 people · ~11 km away
- Avon Lake23,453 people · ~19 km away
- Avon22,544 people · ~20 km away
- Cleveland Heights44,962 people · ~21 km away
- North Ridgeville32,483 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lakewood?
Lakewood has a population of 50,656 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #862 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lakewood in?
Lakewood is located in Ohio, United States.
Is Lakewood the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 496 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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