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Parkland, WA

Parkland is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pierce County, Washington. The population was 35,803 at the time of the 2010 census and had grown to 38,623 as of the 2020 census. It is an unincorporated suburb of the city of Tacoma and is home to Pacific Lutheran University.

Parkland borders most of Tacoma's southern cutoff at 96th St, and borders with much of the northern cutoff of Spanaway, Washington, at 152nd St (or Military Rd E).

The most influential motorway is State Route 7/Pacific Ave, which travels north and south and leads from Interstate 5 in Tacoma to Mount Rainier. Pacific Ave is also a main commercial corridor through much of the county, including Parkland. 

It was given its name by early white settlers for the park-like nature of the vast Garry Oak and blue camas flower prairie, and the many meandering creeks crossing it. In 1890, Norwegian-Americans from the Midwest chose this area as the site of their new college, which is now Pacific Lutheran University, home to 3,500 full-time students and the Lutes varsity sports teams.

Parkland is located at 47°8′28″N 122°26′16″W (47.141221, -122.437746). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 7.4 square miles (19.1 km²), of which, 7.4 square miles (19.1 km²) of it is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km²) of it (0.41%) is water.

As of the census of 2000, there were 24,053 people, 8,869 households, and 5,782 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 3,267.2 people per square mile (1,261.8/km²). There were 9,340 housing units at an average density of 1,268.7/sq mi (490.0/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 73.91% White, 8.07% African American, 1.04% Native American, 6.64% Asian, 1.81% Pacific Islander, 2.06% from other races, and 6.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.33% of the population.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $39,653, and the median income for a family was $46,210. Males had a median income of $36,169 versus $27,036 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $18,649. About 10.6% of families and 15.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.7% of those under age 18 and 6.5% of those age 65 or over.

Emphasizing health and wellness, Parkland provides resources and facilities for residents' well-being. Multicare Family Medicine - Spanaway and MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Spanaway Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. For those interested in holistic wellness, Renu Hot Yoga and Revive Yoga Co. offer a range of yoga classes designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the scenic Sprinker Recreation Center, which features hiking trails and sports facilities. The Wellness Lounge offers services like acupuncture and nutritional counseling for a balanced lifestyle.

The top sites in Parkland, WA are Debbie Dolittle's Petting Zoo, LeMay Collections at Marymount, Paradise Lanes Entertainment Center, and Bresemann Forest.

ZIP code: 98446. Area Code: 253. Elevation: 377 ft. Area: 7.4 square miles (19.1 km²). Population: 39,398 (2022).

FAQs

Is Parkland, WA a good place to live?

Parkland is in Pierce County. Living in Parkland offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Parkland there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families live in Parkland and residents tend to have moderate political views.

What are the demographics of Parkland, WA?

In 2021, Parkland, WA had a population of 38.1k people with a median age of 35.2 and a median household income of $62,223. Between 2020 and 2021 the population of Parkland, WA grew from 37,946 to 38,092, a 0.385% increase and its median household income grew from $56,838 to $62,223, a 9.47% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Parkland, WA are White (Non-Hispanic) (51.2%), Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (13%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (8.95%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (8.29%), and White (Hispanic) (5.78%).

What is the crime rate of Parkland, WA?

Parkland is in the 25th percentile for safety, meaning 75% of cities are safer and 25% of cities are more dangerous. The rate of crime in Parkland is 57.40 per 1,000 residents during a standard year. People who live in Parkland generally consider the southeast part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Parkland may be as high as 1 in 12 in the northern neighborhoods, or as low as 1 in 30 in the southeast part of the city.

Sources

Wikipedia 

Pierce County, WA 

Niche

Ruby Data USA

Crime Grade

Debbie Dolittle's Petting Zoo 

LeMay Collections at Marymount 

Paradise Lanes Entertainment Center 

Bresemann Forest

Multicare Family Medicine - Spanaway

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital

Spanaway Fitness

Renu Hot Yoga

Revive Yoga Co.

The Wellness Lounge

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