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Lakewood: Where community thrives and families grow.
Lakewood exudes a friendly and suburban atmosphere. The city is characterized by its tree-lined streets, well-kept homes, and a general sense of peace and quiet. It's a place where neighbors know each other and community involvement is highly valued.
City Snapshot
Population
82,496
County
Los Angeles County
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Median Income
$113,030
Quick Numbers
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Emergency Services
Poison Control
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Domestic Violence Hotline
Child Abuse Hotline
Veterans Crisis Line
UCI Health — Lakewood Emergency Department
MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center
This Week
June CSD – Gear Up For Camp Day
2026-06-14
Glendale location (shared upon registration)
June CSD – SPY Community Garden
2026-06-14
Glendale location (shared upon registration)
Renée Neufville of Zhané, 6th Day, Do What I Want & More
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Archer Oh Invades The Observatory
2026-06-14 at 1:30 AM
80's EXPLOSION! TRIBUTES to HUEY LEWIS + BILLY IDOL + B-52s + DEVO
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