Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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Lakewood, Washington

       
Total population 57,575 Average January/July temperatures 32.1° / 64.6°
Median home price $ 240,000 Annual Precipitation 35.4 in. /yr.

Lakewood, Washington

This city is largely residential.

Climate
Temperate weather is enjoyed by residents of Lakewood.
Cultural Attractions
The Lakewood History Museum holds exhibits that explore local history.
Geography
Lakewood is south of Tacoma.
Historical
The Hudson Bay Co. used the area as a site for its fur-trading operations in 1833.
Recreation
The Harry Todd Community Park features several amenities, including baseball fields, basketball courts, areas for fishing and swimming, a skate park, picnic areas, and more.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 38.49 ° / 25.72 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 78.68 ° / 50.59 °
Precipitation (?) 35.4 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 16 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 0
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 105
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 240,000
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $50233.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $37451
Maximum state income tax (?) 0 %
State sales tax (?) 8.8 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .920 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 21
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 25
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 13
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 97
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 1
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 18
Number of libraries within the county (?) 47
Number of museums within the county (?) 33
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 5
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 57,575
Population density (?) 3,611 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 51.6% growth
Population over 55 (?) 15,266 people
Education (?) 28 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 27
Number of clinics within the county (?) 106
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 456
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