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Learn More About Care Homes in Lakewood, CA

Greetings from Lakewood, a lovely town in Los Angeles County, just north of scenic Long Beach. Lakewood is a close-knit community that offers something for everyone. Originally designed as a town for retired veterans and their families, Lakewood has the reputation of being an ideal place to settle down.

In Lakewood, residential care homes — sometimes called care homes, board and care homes, group homes, or personal care homes — are often houses in residential neighborhoods that are adapted, equipped, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually 10 or less. Similar to assisted living but in a smaller, more residential setting, these homes provide supervision, organized events, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). This means care homes can help with everyday routines but typically do not provide 24-hour skilled nursing assistance.

Cost of Care Homes in Lakewood, CA

The median monthly cost of a room in a care home is around $3,000 in Lakewood and $3,500 in the state of California. However, the cost of living in a care home depends largely on location. Since the homes are private residences, costs are tied to real estate value and therefore may vary greatly.

Learn More About Lakewood, CA

Cost of Living

Lakewood is an affluent suburb located just outside of Los Angeles, which means the city has a considerably higher cost of living than the average U.S. city.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
131	133	135	133	132	131

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$91,870 per year	$44,865 per year	$82,429 per year	$30,923 per year	$42,720 per year	$4,360 per year	$1,195 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Lakewood include:

Lakewood Regional Medical Center

• Facility type: proprietary, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 170+
• Specialties: surgical care, rehabilitation services, emergency services

Ocean View Adult Psychiatric Hospital

• Facility type: proprietary psychiatric care
• Bed count: 30+
• Specialties: behavioral healthcare, inpatient care

Long Beach Medical Center

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 450+
• Specialties: emergency services, trauma care, cardiovascular care, stroke care

Weather and Climate

Lakewood’s climate is classified as Mediterranean, which means hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. The average humidity level is 65%, and humidity levels are often highest during February at about 67%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
57°F	68°F	46°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
74°F	83°F	65°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 125

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 12.9″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
39.0	13.5%	80,594	8,560 per square mile	3.0

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.5%	19.2%	9.1%	33.8%	1.1%	6.3%	34.3%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Long Beach: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for Los Angeles County

Democratic	Republican	Other
71.4%	23.4%	5.2%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

With 10 public parks and numerous cultural and retail destinations, Lakewood prides itself on being an idyllic community for residents of all ages. It’s home to Lakewood Center, one of the largest shopping malls in the United States with a variety of popular restaurants, vendors, and events. If you’re looking for a more quaint shopping experience, be sure to visit the downtown and waterfront areas, which hosts the Lakewood Farmers Market every Saturday morning.

Lakewood also has many historic spots, including the Queen Mary — a retired ocean liner turned hotel, retail center, and event venue. Nearby, visit the Long Beach Museum of Art and the Aquarium of the Pacific for an authentic Southern Californian experience. Also near Lakewood are two historic ranches: Rancho Los Alamitos and Rancho Los Cerritos.

Transportation

The town of Lakewood is connected to the greater metropolitan area of Los Angeles via the LA Metro System, which offers reduced fares for seniors. Long Beach Transit (LBT) also services Lakewood and provides reduced fares for seniors. In addition, the city of Lakewood offers DASH, a free, reservation-only transportation service specifically for seniors.