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University Place, Washington

       
Total population 30,610 Average January/July temperatures 30.2° / 66.7°
Median home price $ 331,350 Annual Precipitation 31.7 in. /yr.

University Place, Washington

This Pierce County suburb sits just southwest of Tacoma.

Climate
University Place has a temperate climate.
Cultural Attractions
The Festival of Fun draws crowds during summer months.
Economy
The top employers in University Place are the Pierce County government, University Place School District, and Fred Meyer Stores.
Historical
In the late 19th century, plans for a proposed university fell through, but the town kept the name.
Recreation
University Place boasts 14 parks that provide opportunities for sailing, fishing, and more.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 36.5 ° / 23.92 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 81.45 ° / 51.98 °
Precipitation (?) 31.7 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 16 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 0
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 107
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 331,350
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $57231.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $49843
Maximum state income tax (?) 0 %
State sales tax (?) 8.8 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .380 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 21
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 25
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 15
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 89
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 1
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 18
Number of libraries within the county (?) 47
Number of museums within the county (?) 33
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 5
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 30,610
Population density (?) 3,779 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 50.4% growth
Population over 55 (?) 7,563 people
Education (?) 36 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 27
Number of clinics within the county (?) 106
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 469
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