Lakewood, Illinois
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −36.7% |
| 2008 | −11.8% |
| 2012 | −30.8% |
| 2016 | −12.5% |
| 2020 | −6.3% |
| 2024 | −6.4% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 45.6%Harris1,132 | 52.1%Trump1,292 | 2.3% | R+6.4 | R+0.2 | R+5.0 | 2,481 | |
| R | 45.7%Biden1,177 | 52.0%Trump1,338 | 2.3% | R+6.3 | D+6.2 | R+10.7 | 2,575 | |
| R | 40.4%Clinton878 | 52.9%Trump1,149 | 6.7% | R+12.5 | D+18.4 | R+14.6 | 2,173 | |
| R | 33.5%Obama694 | 64.3%Romney1,332 | 2.1% | R+30.8 | R+19.0 | R+34.7 | 2,070 | |
| R | 43.3%Obama904 | 55.1%McCain1,150 | 1.6% | R+11.8 | D+24.9 | R+19.1 | 2,087 | |
| R | 31.6%Kerry626 | 68.2%Bush1,353 | 0.2% | R+36.7 | — | R+34.2 | 1,983 |
Lakewood sits in the Upper Midwest. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 36.7 points in 2004. The 2024 margin was 6.4 points.
A population of 4,707, a 83% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $173,625 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Lakewood, Illinois vote in 2024?
In 2024, Lakewood, Illinois voted Republican by 6.4 points (R+6.4), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 2,481 votes cast, 1,132 went Democratic and 1,292 went Republican.
How many people live in Lakewood, Illinois?
Lakewood, Illinois has a population of 4,707 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Lakewood, Illinois?
Median household income in Lakewood, Illinois is $173,625 — above the national median of $80,734. The Illinois state median is $83,390.
What is the political history of Lakewood, Illinois?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Lakewood, Illinois from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.