Puyallup

WA

Pierce County, Washington

Population 930K |Median income $99,564 |8 hospitals

Population
930,319
Pierce County
Median Income
$99,564
+46% vs avg
Median Home Value
$526,600
+131% vs avg
Median Age
37
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
930K+16%
Median Income
$99,564+68%
Median Home Value
$526,600+119%
Poverty Rate
8.8%-29%
Unemployment
4.9%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,806/mo
Poverty Rate
8.8% -38% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.9%
Work From Home 13.9%
Public Transit 2.1%

Population

White 64%
Two or More Ethnicities 8.9%
African American 7.4%
Asian 6.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37%
Obesity
36.9%
High Blood Pressure
32.3%
Physical Inactivity
19%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.1%
Binge Drinking
17.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.7%
Current Smoking
11.6%
Current Asthma
10.8%
Diabetes
10.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 70.4%
Dental Visit 65.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.3%
Stroke
3%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
2
★★★
0
★★
2
0
Average Rating
3.4/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
5
ST CLARE HOSPITAL
LAKEWOOD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
ST JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER
TACOMA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ST ANTHONY HOSPITAL
GIG HARBOR · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MULTICARE GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
PUYALLUP · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
TACOMA GENERAL ALLENMORE HOSPITAL
TACOMA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Puyallup Area 6

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Puyallup, WA?
Puyallup, WA has a population of 930,319 people, located in Pierce County, Washington.
What is the median household income in Puyallup?
The median household income in Puyallup, WA is $99,564 per year. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
What is the median home value in Puyallup?
The median home value in Puyallup, WA is $526,600. Median rent is $1,806/month.
What are the top health concerns in Puyallup?
The top health indicators in Puyallup include Short Sleep Duration (37%), Obesity (36.9%), High Blood Pressure (32.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Puyallup?
Puyallup has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Puyallup?
The median age in Puyallup, WA is 37 years. 30.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Puyallup, WA is located in Pierce County, Washington. With a population of 930K and a median household income of $99,564, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Puyallup area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

Safety Guides

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Pierce County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.