Lakewood Population 2026
Lakewood has a population of 59,829, making it the #688 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Washington. It is about 147× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,829
Rank in United States
#688
Coordinates
47.17°N, 122.52°W
~80 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,753 km
2,331 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Washington
Cities near Lakewood
- Parkland35,803 people · ~7 km away
- Tacoma222,906 people · ~11 km away
- Puyallup39,659 people · ~17 km away
- South Hill52,431 people · ~19 km away
- Federal Way95,171 people · ~23 km away
- Lacey46,409 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lakewood?
Lakewood has a population of 59,829 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #688 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lakewood in?
Lakewood is located in Washington, United States.
Is Lakewood the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,753 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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