Puyallup, WA
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
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Puyallup, Washington Info Snack
Table Of Contents
Population
40,991
Unemployment
4.4%
Poverty
7.5%
Median Home
$329,000
Median Income
$73,248
Median Rent
$1,288
Puyallup SnackAbility
8
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8/10
Housing
9
Affordability
5
Diversity
8
Safety
4
Amenities
9
Education
8
Commute
4
Puyallup, WA Crime Report
2,320
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
5,457.7
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
120.36%
Above National Average
Above National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Puyallup / 100k People |
Washington / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 2,320 | 5,457.7 | 2,975.8 | 2,476.7 |
| Violent Crime | 133 | 312.9 | 293.9 | 366.7 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.6 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 55 | 129.4 | 67.6 | 81.6 |
| Aggravated Assault | 62 | 145.9 | 179.9 | 250.2 |
| Property Crime | 2,187 | 5,144.8 | 2,681.9 | 2,109.9 |
| Burglary | 284 | 668.1 | 453.6 | 340.5 |
| Larceny | 1,652 | 3,886.2 | 1,907.9 | 1,549.5 |
| Car Theft | 251 | 590.5 | 320.5 | 219.9 |
Puyallup, WA Cost Of Living
116
Puyallup's Overall Cost Of Living
Puyallup's Overall Cost Of Living
1.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Puyallup | Washington | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 116 | 116 | 100 | |
| Services | 105 | 108 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 114 | 108 | 100 | |
| Health | 121 | 119 | 100 | |
| Housing | 132 | 135 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 136 | 116 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 89 | 89 | 100 | |
Puyallup, WA Photos
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Source: Wikipedia User Joe Mabel | GFDL
Source: Wikipedia User Joe Mabel | GFDL
Source: Wikipedia User Joe Mabel | GFDL
Source: Wikipedia User Joe Mabel | GFDL
Rankings for Puyallup in Washington
Map Of Puyallup, WA
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Population over time in Puyallup
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 40,991 | 1.7% |
| 2018 | 40,305 | 1.7% |
| 2017 | 39,637 | 0.9% |
| 2016 | 39,274 | 1.4% |
| 2015 | 38,720 | 1.6% |
| 2014 | 38,092 | 1.0% |
| 2013 | 37,720 | 1.0% |
| 2012 | 37,358 | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 36,974 | 0.7% |
| 2010 | 36,703 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Puyallup
| Race | Puyallup | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 77.7% | 68.5% | 60.7% |
| African American | 2.5% | 3.7% | 12.3% |
| American Indian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Asian | 5.1% | 8.5% | 5.5% |
| Hawaiian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Two Or More | 5.3% | 4.8% | 2.4% |
| Hispanic | 7.7% | 12.7% | 18.0% |
Gender in Puyallup
| Gender | Puyallup | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.0% | 50.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.0% | 49.2% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Puyallup for adults over 25
| Education | Puyallup | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 5.0% | 7.0% |
| High School / GED | 27.0% | 22.0% | 27.0% |
| Some College | 26.0% | 23.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 10.0% | 8.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18.0% | 22.0% | 20.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 1.0% |
Household Income For Puyallup, Washington
| Income | Puyallup | WA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.7% | 4.8% | 6.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.5% | 3.2% | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.4% | 6.9% | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.9% | 7.3% | 8.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.3% | 11.3% | 12.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.5% | 17.2% | 17.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.4% | 13.7% | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.0% | 17.7% | 15.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.2% | 8.4% | 6.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.1% | 9.5% | 7.7% |
