Tacoma | Pierce County

Tacoma

Tacoma, has a rich history as a diverse port city. It’s locally known as “The City of Destiny” as it was chosen in the 19th century as the western terminus of the Northern Pacific Railroad, due in part to neighboring Commencement Bay. Commencement Bay serves the Port of Tacoma which is Washington’s largest port. Since the 1990’s Tacoma has undergone a revitalization of the community to include restaurants, hotels, and night life along with a rich culture of the arts and education, Nestled in the city, you will find a campus of University of Washington- Tacoma, the Tacoma Art Museum, Museum of Glass, Washington State History Museum, and Lemay- America’s Car Museum.

 

In the Thriving Area of Pierce County 

Pierce County is home to Mount Rainier, the tallest mountain in the Cascade region and the breathtaking views of Puget sound. It boasts a thriving economy, with Joint Base Lewis-McChord serving as the largest public employer in the region, and Multicare and CHI Franciscan Health which serve as the largest private employers. In addition to stunning landscapes, Pierce County is seeped in the arts and multiple institutes of higher education.

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Overview for Tacoma | Pierce County , WA

217,332 people live in Tacoma | Pierce County , where the median age is 36.7 and the average individual income is $37,263. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

217,332

Total Population

36.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$37,263

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Tacoma | Pierce County , WA

Tacoma | Pierce County has 87,379 households, with an average household size of 2.42. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Tacoma | Pierce County do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 217,332 people call Tacoma | Pierce County home. The population density is 4,371.61 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

217,332

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36.7

Median Age

50.4 / 49.6%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
87,379

Total Households

2.42

Average Household Size

$37,263

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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