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Puyallup, Washington is a mid-sized city located in Pierce County in the state of Washington. With a population of over 40,000 residents, Puyallup offers small town charm along with urban amenities. This article provides an overview of Puyallup including its history, attractions, landmarks, economy, transportation, education, and more. Helpful links and resources are also included.

History of Puyallup

The history of Puyallup dates back to the 1830s when European settlers first came to the area. Puyallup was officially incorporated in 1890. The name Puyallup comes from the Native American Puyallup Tribe and means "generous people." The early economy of Puyallup was based on agriculture and lumber. In the 20th century, the Puyallup Valley became an important agricultural region known for its daffodils and berries. The Western Washington Fair, one of the largest fairs in the state, has been held in Puyallup since 1900. Today, Puyallup retains its small town feel while also serving as a suburb of Tacoma and thriving regional commercial center.

For more on the history of Puyallup, visit the Puyallup, Washington Wikipedia page.

Puyallup Population and Demographics

As of the 2020 census, the population of Puyallup was 40,344. Puyallup is part of the Seattle metropolitan area. The racial makeup of Puyallup is approximately 75% white, 2% African American, 1% Native American, 6% Asian, 1% Pacific Islander, 9% from other races, and 5% from two or more races. 13% of the population is Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Attractions and Landmarks in Puyallup

Washington State Fair

The Washington State Fair is one of Puyallup's most famous attractions. Held annually in September at the Washington State Fair Events Center, the Fair features concerts, exhibits, carnival rides, food, livestock competitions, and more. With over 1 million visitors every year, it is one of the largest fairs in the United States. Visit the Washington State Fair website.

Pioneer Park

Pioneer Park in downtown Puyallup is a 21-acre park featuring sports fields, playgrounds, picnic areas, walking trails, and a farmers market. Established in 1909, it is also home to the Puyallup Public Library and the park contains several historic buildings. Learn more about Pioneer Park.

Pioneer Park is located at 506 5th St SW, Puyallup, WA 98371.

Puyallup Riverwalk

The Puyallup Riverwalk is a pedestrian trail that runs along the Puyallup River through downtown. The trail features views of Mount Rainier, access to parks, restaurants, shops, and local wildlife like salmon, ducks and geese. Learn more about the Puyallup Riverwalk.

The Puyallup Riverwalk runs approximately 1.6 miles from 5th St SW to 15th St NW along the Puyallup River in downtown Puyallup.

Western Washington Fairgrounds

The Western Washington Fairgrounds is a 110-acre event complex that hosts the annual Washington State Fair along with year-round events. The fairgrounds includes exhibition halls, arenas, conference rooms, carnival midway, amphitheater, and sports fields. Located at 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA 98371. View the Fairgrounds map.

Puyallup Economy

Historically Puyallup's economy was rooted in agriculture and lumber. While those industries are still present today, the economy has diversified significantly. Major employers in Puyallup include the Puyallup School District, MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital, Costco Regional Headquarters, and the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. The Valley Medical Center, located at 400 S. 43rd St, is the city's largest employer. Other major industries include healthcare, manufacturing, retail, construction, and warehousing. The South Hill Mall is a major shopping destination in Puyallup.

For more on economic development in Puyallup visit the Puyallup Economic Development page.

Puyallup Transportation

Public Transit

Public transportation in Puyallup is provided by Pierce Transit. Bus routes serve downtown Puyallup and connect to other cities in Pierce County and the Tacoma Link light rail. The Puyallup Sounder commuter rail station provides weekday service to Tacoma and Seattle. Learn more about Pierce Transit.

Roads and Highways

Puyallup is located along State Route 512 which connects to Interstate 5, the main north-south highway on the West Coast. SR-512 runs east to west through Puyallup. Other major roads include Meridian St S, Shaw Rd E, South Hill Mall Blvd, and North Levee Rd E. The city maintains over 160 miles of roadway.

Airports

The nearest airport is Tacoma Narrows Airport, located 15 miles west. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is 34 miles north with service from major airlines and international service. Puyallup is also conveniently located near Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Puyallup Education

Public education in Puyallup is provided by the Puyallup School District and serves over 22,000 students. There are 14 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, 3 high schools, and several alternative schools. The district offices are located at 302 2nd St SE, Puyallup, WA 98372. Visit the Puyallup School District website.

Puyallup is also home to Pierce College, a public community college with the Puyallup campus located at 1601 39th Ave SE. Several private schools are also located within Puyallup city limits.

About Pierce County

Puyallup is located in Pierce County in the U.S. state of Washington. The county seat and largest city is Tacoma. As of the 2020 census, the population of Pierce County was 922,826 making it the second-most populous county in Washington. Pierce County was created in 1852. The County Council meets in the County City Building at 930 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402. Visit the Pierce County website.

Local Resources

Visitor and Tourism Information

For visitors interested in exploring Puyallup, the best places to start are the Puyallup Main Street Association and Puyallup South Hill Tourism Bureau. These organizations can provide information on local attractions, events, restaurants, shopping, and more. Be sure to stop by the Puyallup Visitor Center located at Shaw Road and Main.

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