It’s no secret that Lakewood is growing by leaps and bounds. The growth has caught the attention of many over the years. GoBankingRates.com just recognized Lakewood as New Jersey’s boomtown in a piece that names the fastest growing towns across the country.

New Jersey: Lakewood

  • Change in population:
    • 1 year: 21.28%
    • 5 years: 22.08%
    • 8 years: 31.59%
  • Change in occupied housing units:
    • 1 year: 21.99%
    • 5 years: 22.99%
    • 8 years: 33.36%
  • Change in owner-occupied housing units:
    • 1 year: 25.56%
    • 5 years: 57.09%
    • 8 years: 55.56%