Where is Lakewood, Ohio, USA?

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Where is Lakewood Located? - Lakewood is a city located in the Cuyahoga County of Ohio, United States. Lakewood lies between 40.8687096 Degrees North latitudes and 73.0014946 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Lakewood Located?

Lakewood is a city located in the Cuyahoga County of Ohio, United States. Lakewood lies between 40.8687096 Degrees North latitudes and 73.0014946 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Lakewood city is 50942 people and the city has a total area of 5.54 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Lakewood, Ohio Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CityLakewood
CountyCuyahoga County
StateOhio
State CapitalColumbus
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude41.4820° N
Longitude81.7982° W
Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Land Area5.54 sq mi
Water Area0.02 sq mi
Total Area5.56 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)50,942
Population DensityApproximately 9,190 per sq mi
ZIP Code44107
Area Code216
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code39-41650
Metropolitan AreaCleveland–Elyria Metropolitan Area

Transportation and Connectivity in Lakewood

CategoryDetails
Nearest AirportCleveland Hopkins International Airport
IATA CodeCLE
Major HighwaysInterstate 90, Interstate 71 (nearby), Interstate 480 (nearby), U.S. Route 20
Public TransitGreater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) buses and rail
Nearest Rail ServiceRTA Red Line stations nearby
Regional AccessExcellent connectivity to Cleveland, western suburbs, and Lake Erie shoreline communities
  • Interstate 90: Provides direct access to downtown Cleveland and northeastern Ohio.
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport: Located approximately 9 miles south, offering extensive domestic and international flights.
  • Greater Cleveland RTA: Bus routes and nearby Red Line rail stations provide convenient public transportation throughout the metropolitan area.
  • Regional Location: Lakewood's position along Lake Erie offers quick access to Cleveland's business district, waterfront attractions, and neighboring communities.

Top Places to Visit in Lakewood, Ohio

Landmark NameType
Lakewood ParkWaterfront Park
Solstice StepsScenic Overlook
Beck Center for the ArtsPerforming Arts Center
Rocky River ReservationMetropark
Madison ParkCommunity Park
Lakewood Civic AuditoriumPerformance Venue
Edgewater Park (nearby)Lakeside Park
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo (nearby)Zoo
West End Commercial DistrictShopping & Dining Area
Cleveland Museum of Art (nearby)Art Museum

Driving Distances from Lakewood, Ohio to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
ClevelandOhio715 minutes
Rocky RiverOhio310 minutes
WestlakeOhio815 minutes
ParmaOhio920 minutes
Fairview ParkOhio510 minutes
North OlmstedOhio1020 minutes
ElyriaOhio2430 minutes
LorainOhio3240 minutes
AkronOhio4250 minutes
SanduskyOhio581 hour

Colleges and Universities in and near Lakewood, Ohio

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Baldwin Wallace UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, music, education, and liberal arts
Cuyahoga Community College – Metropolitan CampusPublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce development, nursing, and transfer programs
Cleveland State UniversityPublicResearch UniversityEngineering, business, law, urban affairs, and healthcare
Case Western Reserve UniversityPrivateResearch UniversityMedicine, engineering, law, business, and scientific research
John Carroll UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, liberal arts, education, and sciences

Waterbodies in Lakewood, Ohio

Lake Erie, Rocky River, Rocky River Reservation waterways, Edgewater shoreline, Big Creek (nearby), Cuyahoga River (nearby)

Stadiums in Lakewood

First Federal Lakewood Stadium, Lakewood High School Stadium, Cleveland Browns Stadium (Huntington Bank Field, nearby), Progressive Field (nearby), Rocket Arena (nearby)

Lakewood, Ohio — Key Historical Facts

  • Lakewood began as a rural farming community during the nineteenth century before developing into one of Cleveland's earliest streetcar suburbs.
  • The city officially incorporated in 1911 and experienced rapid residential growth as Cleveland expanded westward.
  • Lakewood became known for its dense neighborhoods, historic homes, vibrant commercial districts, and access to the Lake Erie waterfront.
  • The city has long maintained a strong commitment to parks, public services, and cultural institutions, contributing to its high quality of life.
  • Today, Lakewood is one of Ohio's most densely populated cities and is recognized for its walkable neighborhoods, thriving arts scene, and close proximity to downtown Cleveland.

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