Lakewood CDP, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lakewood CDP, Wisconsin Demographics
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As of 2026, Lakewood CDP, Wisconsin has a total population of 297, the 626th largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $65,156, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.

Key Takeaways

Unemployment rate of 11.3% is notably above the national average.

Lakewood CDP Quick Facts

Population 297

Median Household Income $65,156

Median Home Value $187,500

Poverty Rate 12.2%

Unemployment Rate 11.3%

Median Age 55.3 years

Homeownership Rate 88.9%

Affordability Ratio 2.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.1%

High School Graduation Rate 91.3%

Diversity Index 28/100

Population 297 626th of 807

Median Income $65,156 average

Poverty Rate 12.2% 2% lower national

Median Home Value $187,500 average

How Lakewood CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Lakewood CDP

$65,156

$75,670

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lakewood CDP

$187,500

$247,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.8%

$25K-$50K 25.2%

$50K-$100K 27.4%

$100K+ 29.6%

Employment

11.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3% | National: 5.2%

64.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.9%

Renter 11.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

12.1%

18-34

13.8%

35-54

22.9%

55-74

42.4%

75+

8.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 36 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lakewood CDP Rankings in Wisconsin

#626 Population of 807

#446 Median Income of 807

#296 Education of 807

#366 Home Value of 807

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Cities Similar to Lakewood CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Genoa village	290	$65,000	$170,800	14.3%	6.9%
Junction City village	301	$62,500	$122,400	19.4%	18.9%
Mindoro CDP	303	$62,000	$218,500	13.6%	13.2%
Turtle Lake CDP	307	$67,500	$316,700	29.6%	12.7%
Kingston village	283	$66,250	$133,600	9.7%	4.6%

Population Overview

Lakewood CDP is a small community located in Wisconsin. The total population is 297. It ranks as the 626th most populous out of 807 cities and towns in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lakewood CDP is 55.3 years. This is 38% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 12.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lakewood CDP is $65,156. This is 14% lower than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 11.3%. This is 244% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $187,500. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $247,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Lakewood CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lakewood CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (12.8% vs 7.8%).

Education

26.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 32.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lakewood CDP, Wisconsin is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 807 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lakewood CDP, Wisconsin?

Lakewood CDP, Wisconsin has a population of 297 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lakewood CDP, WI?

The median household income in Lakewood CDP is $65,156, which is 17% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lakewood CDP, WI?

The poverty rate in Lakewood CDP is 12.2%. This means approximately 34 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lakewood CDP, Wisconsin?

Lakewood CDP's population is 83.5% White, 0.0% Black, 12.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lakewood CDP, WI?

The median home value in Lakewood CDP is $187,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.

How educated is Lakewood CDP, Wisconsin?

26.1% of adults (25+) in Lakewood CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.