See your real net paycheck in Lakewood for 2026. Break down federal tax, state income tax, Social Security, and Medicare, then view weekly, biweekly, and monthly take-home pay.
Last updated: May 2026 · Data: MIT Living Wage Calculator, C2ER, U.S. Census, BLS, IRS, state and city sources
Lakewood median household income: $82,000 · Avg 1BR rent: $1,600/mo
Colorado levies a state income tax (Flat 4.4%) that comes out of every Lakewood paycheck on top of federal tax and FICA. Colorado uses a flat income tax rate of 4.4%. The state's TABOR amendment requires voter approval for any tax increases.
| Gross Salary | Annual Take-Home | Monthly Take-Home | Effective Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,078 | $2,757 | 17.3% |
| $60,000 | $48,268 | $4,022 | 19.6% |
| $80,000 | $61,806 | $5,150 | 22.7% |
| $82,000 | $63,125 | $5,260 | 23.0% |
| $120,000 | $88,153 | $7,346 | 26.5% |
| $160,000 | $113,733 | $9,478 | 28.9% |
Single filer, standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions. Estimates only.
Lakewood is the largest city in Jefferson County, just west of Denver, home to the Denver Federal Center (one of the largest concentrations of federal agencies outside Washington, D.C.), healthcare, retail, and easy access to the foothills of the Rockies.
| Local Metric | Lakewood (2026 estimate) |
|---|---|
| Metro population | 155,000 |
| County / jurisdiction | Jefferson County |
| Cost of living index (US avg = 100) | 106 |
| MIT living wage, single adult | $21.50/hour |
| MIT living wage, one earner supporting a family of four | $43.50/hour |
| Applicable minimum wage | $14.81/hour |
| Average rent, 1-bedroom | $1,600/month |
| Average rent, 2-bedroom | $1,950/month |
| Median home price | $560,000 |
| Median household income | $82,000/year |
| Combined sales tax rate | 7.5% |
| Effective property tax rate | 0.51% of value/year |
Local figures are 2026 estimates compiled from the MIT Living Wage Calculator, the C2ER Cost of Living Index, U.S. Census and Zillow housing data, and city and county sources. Verify current figures before relying on them.
On a $82,000 salary (single, standard deduction) in Lakewood, estimated take-home pay is roughly $63,125/year. With median household income near $82,000 and average 1-bedroom rent of $1,600/month, housing alone can take a large share of net pay.
Federal income tax and FICA (Social Security 6.2% up to $176,100, Medicare 1.45%) apply to every worker. Colorado state income tax (Flat 4.4%) also applies in Lakewood.
Lakewood does not impose a city income tax. Your paycheck reflects federal tax, Colorado state tax, and FICA.
For the 2025 tax year filed in 2026, the federal standard deduction is $15,000 (single) and $30,000 (married filing jointly). This calculator applies it before computing federal and state income tax.
Contribute more to a pre-tax 401(k) or 403(b), use an HSA or FSA, and claim eligible deductions. These reduce federal and Colorado state income tax, though most do not reduce Social Security or Medicare.