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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Aiken, SC vs Lakewood, CA

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Are people in Lakewood older or younger than people in Aiken?
- The Median Age in Lakewood is 8.2 years younger than in Aiken.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lakewood or Aiken?
- Lakewood housing costs are 243.0% more expensive than Aiken housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lakewood or Aiken?
- The average commute for residents of Lakewood is 6.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Aiken.

Things to do in Aiken?
Aiken SC seats southwest North Augusta well-known among tourists thanks to its variety of activities like horse riding, golfing at Woodside Plantation Country Club or exploring nearby Hitchcock Woods giving vacationers a chance relax in the nature’s beauty!

Things to do in Lakewood?
Lakewood, California is home to many local landmarks like Marine Stadium for any watersport enthusiast combined with modern venues such as Carson Mall for any night owl.

 Aiken, SCLakewood, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock82,419329,725,481
 Median Income$58,125  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$214,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock10.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.93  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Aiken    34 Reviews
laura · Aiken, SC
Moving here was hard, but I love Aiken
Over 5 years ago

I'm going on 3 years living in Aiken. Moving here not having any family or friends was difficult. I'm thankful for the people I have met who now feel like lifelong  More

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Julie · Boise, ID
Almost Perfect, Magical Place.
Over 5 years ago

Aiken is a magical place. It is beautiful and historic, has all the amenities, and Hitchcock Woods is a treasure! I feel blessed to have lived in Aiken for 3 years. As a  More

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Laura · Aiken, SC
I'm young and I like Aiken
Over 6 years ago

Aiken is a unique town to visit or live in. I've lived in Toronto, ON Canada, Lynchburg, VA and in Aiken. I am 24 years old and moved here from VA just over two years  More

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Reviews for Lakewood    7 Reviews
Robert · Lakewood, CA
Sports Town
Over 12 years ago

Lakewood has a great sport  More

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Debbie · Lakewood, CA
Great City
Over 13 years ago

I've lived in Lakewood for 23 1/2 yrs and absolutely love "my" city. It is a good sized city with a small town feel. We have many beautiful parks available, great  More

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alexander · Lakewood, CA
my personal penion
Over 16 years ago

climat is one of the  More

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