City of Lakewood | 5,121 followers on LinkedIn. Big opportunities in a small town atmosphere. | Being Colorado's 5th largest city means Lakewood offers a myriad of career and advancement opportunities for its team members. Yet, while there are 145,000 residents, Lakewood has a distinct small town feel that translates to a workstyle and lifestyle that’s second to none. Speaking of lifestyle, Lakewood is in nature’s backyard, with golf courses, parks, biking and hiking trails, fishing, and even camping all within city limits.