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Pierce County
City in Washington, United States
Overview
Pierce County is situated in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, combining suburban communities, scenic nature, and the busy city of Tacoma. Visitors can explore waterfront parks, world-class museums, and a lively arts scene amid a backdrop of Mount Rainier. The region offers something for everyone, from urban explorers to outdoor enthusiasts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Washington
Population
921,130
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
47.04°, -122.14°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
58
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
72
Traffic Safety
62
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$3,800
Local Cost
$2,130
Local Income
$4,100
Cashless
92
English
100
Temperature
6.2°C
Summer Avg
13.9°C
Winter Avg
-0.9°C
Record High
35.6°C
Record Low
-22.2°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
1596 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TCM
Distance
28 km
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Neighborhoods
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 88/100.
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