University Place, WA

Washington · Pierce County · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metro

University Place is a mid-size city in Washington with a population of 34,850. Residents earn $94,952 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0

B Good

34,850 Population 4,179/sq mi density

$94,952 Median Income $50,062 per capita

$578,100 Home Value $647,666 Zillow

$1,664 Median Rent 33.7% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 240 sunny days/yr

258 Violent Crime/100K 1,587 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.7 / 5.0

$94,952 median income, 2.6% unemployment

Affordability

3.2 / 5.0

$578,100 home value, $1,664/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

258 violent crimes/100K (32% below avg)

Education

4.5 / 5.0

43.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $94,952

26% higher than US avg

Home Value $578,100

105% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 258/100K

32% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 43.5%

29% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,664

43% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.1%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.4%

48% lower than US avg

How University Place Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population34,850

Median Age38.9 yrs

Density4,179/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 63%

Veterans10.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$94,952

Per Capita$50,062

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty6.4%

County GDP$64,941M

Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$578,100

Rent$1,664

Ownership58.9%

Zillow$647,666

Housing Units14,377

Rent Burden33.7%

Crime

Violent258/100K

Property1,587/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault153/100K

Burglary302/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%

Uninsured7.2%

Smoking10.1%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI28 (Good)

Rain42.0 in/yr

Sunny Days240/yr

Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

Bachelor's+43.5%

High School+95.8%

Graduate+17.2%

School Score5.61

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%

Commute28 min

Broadband96.7%

EV Stations6

Libraries29

Is University Place a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, University Place receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. University Place offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in University Place is $94,952, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in University Place is $578,100, making it a premium housing market at 105% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,664 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in University Place is below the national average at 258 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,587 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

University Place experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

University Place has a population of 34,850 with a density of 4,179 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (63.4%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 7.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 80% of residents, while 20% speak Spanish. 10.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 95.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

34,850

Total Population

4,179

People / sq mi

38.9yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

8.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%

Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

University Place vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 80.0%

2% above US avg

Spanish 20.0%

49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

University Place vs U.S. Average

The median household income in University Place is $94,952, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,062 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,354. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 20,820 business establishments, including 1,771 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 14.9% of workers work from home.

Income: University Place vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$94,952
	26% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$50,062
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,354
IRS Avg AGI	$90,111
Gini Index	0.420 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.4%
	48% below US avg
Establishments (County)	20,820
County GDP	$64,941M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,771
Healthcare	2,355
Retail	2,124
Manufacturing	537

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,011
	100% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.3 min
Drive Alone	70.8%
Public Transit	2.5%
Work from Home	14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in University Place is $578,100, 105% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $647,666, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.5% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,664 (43% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,180 for a one-bedroom to $1,472 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 14,377 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $7,011 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$578,100
	105% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$647,666
Median List Price	$747,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$747,000
$/Sq Ft	$326
Homes Sold	20
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.5%
Price Drops	22.0%
Inventory	41

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,664
	43% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,961
Rent Burden	33.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,082
1 Bedroom	$1,180
2 Bedrooms	$1,472
3 Bedrooms	$2,003
4 Bedrooms	$2,351

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	58.9%
Owner-Occupied	58.9%
Renter-Occupied	41.1%
Housing Units	14,377
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,011
	100% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.21%

In University Place, 35.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 29.8% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 17.2% report binge drinking. 17.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.7% experience frequent mental distress. 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,394. The dentist ratio is 1:1,167. 81.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

19.4

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

19.6

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

31.6

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

33.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

2.1

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

182.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: University Place vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.1%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	4.5%
High Blood Pressure	29.8%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	4.4%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.1%
	28% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	17.0%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	17.7%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.7%
Uninsured	7.2%
	16% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,394
Dentists	1:1,167
Mental Health	1:166
Checkup Rate	70.6%
Dental Visits	67.8%
Premature Death	7,855/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	81.6%
Healthcare Facilities	2,355

University Place has a violent crime rate of 258 per 100,000 residents, 32% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 152.6 per 100,000, robbery at 52.8, rape at 52.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,587 per 100,000, 19% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,165, burglary at 302, vehicle theft at 120 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 86 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, University Place receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: University Place vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	258.2/100K
	32% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	52.8/100K
Robbery	52.8/100K
Assault	152.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,587.2/100K
	19% below US avg
Burglary	302.2/100K
Theft	1,164.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	120.3/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	86
Traffic Accidents	14
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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University Place experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	51.9°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	423 ft (129 m)
Area	8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²)
Population Density	4,179/sq mi
Coordinates	47.2154°N, 122.5473°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County	Pierce County County
Nearest Airport	Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) 20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.0"

11% above US avg

Wettest Month (Dec) 7.17"

Driest Month (Jul) 0.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median	28.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0412 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	17.9 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	6.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	98.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	14.4 / 100
Community Resilience	60.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively High
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Moderate
Coastal Flood	Relatively Moderate
Tsunami	Relatively Low
Volcano	Relatively High
Avalanche	Very High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,406 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 21, 2025.

Feb 28, 2001	7 km SSE of Longbranch, Washington	M6.8	15 km
Jul 3, 1999	8 km N of Satsop, Washington	M5.8	71 km
May 3, 1996	8 km NNE of Lake Marcel-Stillwater, Washington	M5.4	79 km
Jun 10, 2001	18 km N of Satsop, Washington	M5.0	72 km
Jan 29, 1995	3 km WSW of Des Moines, Washington	M5.0	24 km
Jun 23, 1997	2 km NE of Enetai, Washington	M4.9	43 km
Apr 25, 2003	26 km W of Brinnon, Washington	M4.8	73 km
Jan 30, 2009	6 km ESE of Lofall, Washington	M4.7	64 km
Jul 12, 2019	2 km S of Roosevelt, Washington	M4.6	83 km
Jun 18, 1994	11 km SE of Skykomish, Washington	M4.3	106 km
Feb 14, 2011	31 km S of Morton, Washington	M4.3	107 km
Jul 22, 2001	4 km WSW of DuPont, Washington	M4.3	18 km
Feb 18, 2015	15 km ENE of Cle Elum, Washington	M4.2	136 km
May 20, 1995	15 km NNE of Ashford, Washington	M4.1	59 km
Sep 21, 2002	9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington	M4.1	148 km
Feb 23, 2017	11 km NE of Hoodsport, Washington	M4.1	47 km
Aug 16, 2004	16 km ENE of Packwood, Washington	M4.0	101 km
Jun 15, 1994	1 km WNW of Hoodsport, Washington	M4.0	51 km
Jul 1, 2009	4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington	M4.0	109 km
Aug 8, 2023	9 km NNE of Snoqualmie, Washington	M3.9	73 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

28 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 injury.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Dec 12, 1969	EF3	34 km	0
Dec 18, 2018	EF2	33 km	0
Nov 10, 1965	EF2	63 km	0
Oct 18, 2019	EF1	30 km	0
Jan 18, 2015	EF1	13 km	0
Sep 30, 2013	EF1	20 km	0
Sep 6, 2009	EF1	31 km	0
May 27, 2004	EF1	52 km	0
Jun 27, 2001	EF1	28 km	0
May 31, 1997	EF1	8 km	0
Jun 12, 1978	EF1	16 km	0
Dec 22, 1971	EF1	26 km	0
Oct 26, 1971	EF1	96 km	0
Sep 28, 1962	EF1	37 km	0
Apr 27, 2014	EF0	45 km	0
May 27, 2011	EF0	75 km	0
Oct 25, 2010	EF0	83 km	0
Jun 16, 2006	EF0	95 km	0
Jan 28, 2006	EF0	30 km	0
Oct 15, 2003	EF0	32 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 250.0 m (820 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1980	WASHINGTON	Explosion	250.0 m	61	116 km
1894	PUYALLUP RIVER DELTA, TACOMA, WA	Meteorological	3.0 m	2	11 km
1891	WASHINGTON	Eruption + Earthquake	2.4 m	—	113 km
1949	PUGET SOUND, WA	Meteorological	2.4 m	—	10 km
1949	PUGET SOUND, WA	Eruption + Earthquake	—	8	8 km
1820	CAMANO ISLAND, WA	Meteorological	—	—	95 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Rainier (72 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Rainier	Stratovolcano	4,392 m (14,409 ft)	1450	72 km
St. Helens	Stratovolcano	2,549 m (8,363 ft)	2008	116 km
Adams	Stratovolcano	3,742 m (12,277 ft)	950	138 km
Glacier Peak	Stratovolcano	3,213 m (10,541 ft)	1700	147 km
West Crater	Volcanic field	1,329 m (4,360 ft)	-5750	153 km
Indian Heaven	Shield(s)	1,806 m (5,925 ft)	-6250	153 km
Baker	Stratovolcano(es)	3,285 m (10,778 ft)	1880	182 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

12 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NORSE PEAK (51,017 ac, 2017).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2017	NORSE PEAK	51,017	90 km
2022	GOAT ROCKS	6,658	99 km
2023	DELABARRE	4,176	92 km
2017	AMERICAN	3,794	99 km
2018	MAPLE	3,547	61 km
2016	HAYES TWO	2,679	91 km
2022	LOCH KATRINE	2,163	83 km
1988	FALLS CREEK	2,152	93 km
2011	BIG HUMP	1,400	68 km
1985	BEAVER	1,107	71 km
2017	SAWMILL CREEK	1,056	84 km
2006	BEAR GULCH II	1,037	64 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	6.6 in
February	42°F (6°C)	5.3 in
March	45°F (7°C)	4.7 in
April	49°F (9°C)	3.2 in
May	54°F (12°C)	1.9 in
June	58°F (15°C)	1.6 in
July	65°F (18°C)	0.9 in	Warmest, Driest
August	63°F (17°C)	1.1 in
September	59°F (15°C)	1.9 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.6 in
November	45°F (7°C)	7.0 in
December	41°F (5°C)	7.2 in	Coldest, Wettest

University Place has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 41°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.9").

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University Place is located in Pierce County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 43.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 53.9% of the vote, a 10.8-point margin. 96.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 29 public libraries serving the community. 2,355 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.8% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.5% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%

D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	86
Traffic Accidents	14
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	43.5%
	29% above US avg
High School+	95.8%
Graduate Degree+	17.2%
School Test Score	5.61

A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	4,179/sq mi
Total Area	8.6 sq mi
County	Pierce County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.7%
Avg Download Speed	162.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	34.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	6
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	29
Healthcare Facilities	2,355
Restaurants	1,771
Retail Stores	2,124

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.3 min
Drive Alone	70.8%
Public Transit	2.5%
Work from Home	14.9%

Average costs for common services in University Place. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$268 ($161–$428)
Specialist Visit	$375 ($214–$589)
Urgent Care Visit	$214 ($107–$375)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,354 ($856–$5,350)
Dental Cleaning	$139 ($80–$214)
Dental Filling	$268 ($161–$428)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$48 ($27–$80)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$80 ($54–$128)
Brake Pad Replacement	$321 ($161–$535)
Tire Rotation	$43 ($21–$80)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$642 ($428–$1,070)
Battery Replacement	$214 ($107–$375)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$107 ($64–$161)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$96 ($54–$150)
HVAC Repair	$428 ($161–$856)
HVAC System Install	$7,490 ($4,280–$12,840)
Roof Repair	$1,070 ($428–$2,140)
Roof Replacement	$9,630 ($5,885–$16,050)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,605 ($535–$3,745)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,050 ($5,350–$32,100)
DUI Defense	$5,350 ($2,140–$10,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,605 ($856–$3,210)
Will Preparation	$535 ($214–$1,070)
Trust Preparation	$2,675 ($1,070–$5,350)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut	$59 ($32–$107)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$161 ($80–$268)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$48)
Pedicure	$43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour)	$86 ($54–$139)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.39 ($3.21–$5.89)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.75 ($2.68–$5.35)
Loaf of Bread	$4.07 ($2.68–$5.89)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.82 ($3.21–$6.96)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.89 ($4.28–$8.03)
Rice (per lb)	$1.07 ($0.64–$1.93)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$150 ($86–$268)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$75 ($32–$161)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$75 ($43–$128)
Internet (Monthly)	$75 ($43–$107)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$70 ($32–$107)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$91 ($54–$161)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$214 ($80–$535)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,140 ($1,284–$3,745)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$75 ($32–$139)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.56–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$107 ($32–$268)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16–$80)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,284 ($642–$2,675)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,070 ($535–$2,140)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$428 ($214–$749)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$107)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,070 ($428–$2,675)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,375 ($5,350–$32,100)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$64 ($32–$107)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$107 ($54–$214)
Dog Grooming	$64 ($32–$107)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$43 ($21–$80)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$321 ($161–$535)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$214 ($107–$428)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,418
Toddler	$1,078
Preschool	$1,078
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$1,099
Toddler	$889
Preschool	$905

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Pierce County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	56,625	2,543	$73,448	1.18
Retail Trade	36,054	1,983	$48,401	1.08
Accommodation & Food Services	29,575	1,751	$31,104	0.98
Administrative & Waste Services	24,342	1,359	$62,838	1.24
Construction	23,993	2,962	$83,055	1.37
Transportation & Warehousing	20,071	658	$69,788	1.42
Manufacturing	16,381	649	$77,757	0.60
Professional & Technical Services	13,186	2,637	$93,627	0.57
Wholesale Trade	13,178	1,122	$84,715	1.00
Other Services	10,840	1,900	$50,708	1.08
Finance & Insurance	7,863	970	$105,058	0.58
Real Estate	5,867	792	$108,585	1.13
Arts & Entertainment	5,412	278	$32,833	0.97
Educational Services	5,000	314	$49,702	0.73
Information & Technology	1,971	413	$116,376	0.32
Agriculture & Forestry	1,091	142	$45,602	0.40
Management of Companies	907	41	$92,786	0.16
Utilities	752	30	$127,889	0.59
Mining & Oil/Gas	185	8	$92,547	0.15

Schools in University Place

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Curtis Senior High	High	1,349	58	23.3:1
Curtis Junior High	—	911	41	22.2:1
Narrows View Intermediate	Middle	712	38	18.7:1
Drum Intermediate	Middle	587	34	17.3:1
Sunset Primary	Elementary	546	35	15.6:1
Evergreen Primary	Elementary	540	37	14.6:1
University Place Primary	Elementary	501	34	14.7:1
Chambers Elementary	Elementary	473	30	15.8:1

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Radio Stations near University Place

32 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Big R Radio - 80s Metal FM	80s, aor	MP3 128 kbps
Classical King FM - Evergreen Channel	classical, classical music	AAC+ 128 kbps
106.1 KISS FM Seattle	pop, top 40	AAC
Bob's Ska Radio	punk, reggae	AAC+ 128 kbps
Jazz24	—	AAC 256 kbps
KEXP 90.3	university radio	AAC+ 65 kbps
Big R Radio - Post Grunge Rock	alternative, grunge	MP3 128 kbps
Hollow Earth Radio	—	MP3 128 kbps
KIRO -FM	—	AAC+ 47 kbps
HipHop Gods	—	MP3 128 kbps
KEXP 90.3 FM Seattle, WA	alternative, electronic	MP3 128 kbps
KUOW	public radio	MP3 96 kbps
102.5 KZOK	classic rock	AAC
Yet Radio	indian, music	MP3 320 kbps
Space 101.1 FM	—	MP3 128 kbps
KJEB	80s, 90s	AAC
Daybreak Star Radio	first nations, indigenous	AAC+ 32 kbps
Jazz Blues NPR	—	MP3 128 kbps
96.5 JACK-FM	adult hits	AAC
KEXP	—	MP3 128 kbps
KNKX	blues, jazz	MP3 128 kbps
KBRD Radio AM 680	adult standards	MP3 56 kbps
Datafruits	electronic	MP3 128 kbps
KBCS FM	misc	MP3 128 kbps
Rainydawg Radio	college radio	MP3 128 kbps
93.7 Familia FM (Seattle)	—	AAC+ 128 kbps
KQES	religious	MP3 96 kbps
KUBE 93.3	adult contemporary	AAC
Sports Radio KJR	sports	AAC
KXSU	—	MP3 128 kbps
1090 KJR	sports	AAC
KTQA-LP	95.3 fm, community radio	OGG

Campgrounds Near University Place

2 campgrounds found near University Place.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Collins Campground	5.0/5	16	$14
INTERROREM CABIN	3.9/5	1	$50

National Parks Near University Place

79 national parks and monuments found near University Place.

Park	Type	Fee
Auburn State Park Property	State Park	Free
Belfair	State Park	Free
Blake Island	State Park	Free
Cama Beach	State Park	Free
Camano Island	State Park	Free
Cutts Island	State Park	Free
Dash Point	State Park	Free
Dosewallips	State Park	Free
Double Bluff State Park	State Park	Free
Eagle Island	State Park	Free
Ebey's Landing	State Park	Free
Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve	National Historical Reserve	Free
Everett Jetty	State Park	Free
Flaming Geyser	State Park	Free
Forks of the Sky	State Park	Free
Fort Casey	State Park	Free
Fort Flagler	State Park	Free
Fort Townsend	State Park	Free
Fort Worden	State Park	Free
GRG - Black Diamond	State Park	Free
GRG - Jellum	State Park	Free
H J Carroll Site	State Park	Free
Haley property	State Park	Free
Harstine Island	State Park	Free
Hope Island	State Park	Free
Ike Kinswa	State Park	Free
Illahee	State Park	Free
Issaquah To High Point Trail Site	State Park	Free
Jackson House	State Park	Free
Jarrell Cove	State Park	Free
Joemma Beach	State Park	Free
Kanaskat-Palmer	State Park	Free
Kinney Point	State Park	Free
Kitsap Memorial	State Park	Free
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Kopachuck	State Park	Free
Lake Isabella	State Park	Free
Lake Sammamish	State Park	Free
Lewis & Clark	State Park	Free
Lower Green River	State Park	Free
Manchester	State Park	Free
Matilda N. Jackson	State Park	Free
McMicken Island	State Park	Free
Miller Peninsula	State Park	Free
Millersylvania Memorial	State Park	Free
Mount Pilchuck	State Park	Free
Mount Rainier National Park	National Park	$30
Mystery Bay	State Park	Free
Nisqually	State Park	Free
Nolte	State Park	Free
Olallie	State Park	Free
Packwood	State Park	Free
Penrose Point	State Park	Free
Pleasant Harbor	State Park	Free
Point Hannon	State Park	Free
Possession Point	State Park	Free
Potlatch	State Park	Free
Rainbow Falls	State Park	Free
Right Smart Cove	State Park	Free
Rothschild House	State Park	Free
Saint Edward	State Park	Free
Saltwater	State Park	Free
Scenic Beach	State Park	Free
Schafer	State Park	Free
Seaquest	State Park	Free
Sequim Bay	State Park	Free
South Whidbey	State Park	Free
Squak Mountain	State Park	Free
Squaxin Island	State Park	Free
Stretch Point	State Park	Free
Tilton River	State Park	Free
Tolmie	State Park	Free
Triton Cove	State Park	Free
Twanoh	State Park	Free
Useless Bay State Park Property	State Park	Free
WA State Parks Headquarters	State Park	Free
Wallace Falls	State Park	Free
Wing Luke Museum Affiliated Area	Affiliated Area	Free
Wolfe Property	State Park	Free

Trails Near University Place

8 trails found near University Place.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
MT. JUIPTER	4.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STAHL MOUNTAIN	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MURHUT FALLS	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RANGER HOLE	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
MT. JUIPTER	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SEAL ROCK MARINE INTERPRETIVE	0.3	AC- ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
SEAL ROCK NATIVE AMERICAN	0.2	AC- ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
INTERROREM INTERPRETIVE	0.2	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Museums in University Place

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
JAMES R. SLATER MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		2538793356	$171,161,527
KITTREDGE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$171,161,527
PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2535357411	$150,151,716
TACOMA ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		2532724258	$28,449,411
LEMAY - AMERICA'S CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2537798490	$7,142,421
LEMAY-AMERICAS CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	2702 E D ST	2537798490	$7,142,421
MUSEUM HAROLD E LEMAY	GENERAL MUSEUM		2537798179	$7,142,421
MUSEUM HAROLD LEMAY	GENERAL MUSEUM	2702 EAST D STREET	2537798490	$7,142,421
MUSEUM OF GLASS	ART MUSEUM		2532844750	$4,552,614
WESTERN FOREST INDUSTRIES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$1,666,154
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF TACOMA	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	1501 PACIFIC AVE	2536276031	$1,580,246
FOSS WATERWAY SEAPORT	GENERAL MUSEUM		2532722750	$1,364,384
WORKING WATERFRONT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2532722750	$1,364,384
GIG HARBOR PENINSULA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4121 HARBORVIEW DR	2538586722	$488,974
GIG HARBOR PENINSULA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4121 HARBORVIEW DR	2538586722	$488,974
HARBOR HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2538586722	$488,974
WASHINGTON RENAISSANCE ARTS & EDUCATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	16213 118 STREET	2532412751	$467,510
STEILACOOM HISTORICAL MUSEUM ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		2535844133	$238,620
FRED OLDFIELD WESTERN HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		2534459175	$220,182
GIG HARBOR HISTORIC WATERFRONT ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3311 HARBORVIEW DRIVE SUITE 101A	2535140071	$192,394
ISLAND LANDMARKS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	23832 VASHON HWY SW	2064632445	$114,591
AUDUBON NATURE CENTER AT NISQUALLY REACH	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		3604590387	$102,219
MEEKER MANSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2538481770	$89,695
LAKEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	6211 MT TACOMA DR SW	2536823480	$70,519
TACOMA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	919 PACIFIC AVENUE	2534723738	$70,168
ANDERSON ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2538842135	$62,453
JOB CARR CABIN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	2350 N 30TH ST	2536275405	$53,999
VASHON MAURY ISLAND HERITAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		2064637808	$52,970
VASHON MAURY ISLAND HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	10105 SW BANK RD	2064637808	$52,970
FOX ISLAND CHAPEL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$44,622
FIRST IN ASIA ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	41ST DIVISION DR		$37,800
WASHINGTON MASONIC LIBRARY AND MUSEUM FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		2532725759	$26,715
FIFE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2539222489	$22,320
CAVALRY BUFFALO SOLDIERS MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6193791555	$18,967
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FEDERAL WAY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2645 S 312TH STREET	2539457842	$18,704
FORT LEWIS MILITARY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	CONSTITUTION DR JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD	2539677206	$15,271
FORT LEWIS MILITARY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	BUILDING #4320 P O BOX 331001	2539677206	$15,271
HISTORIC TACOMA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$3,417
ADRIANA HESS AUDUBON CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2917 MORRISON RD W	2535799798
AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2532741278
AMERICAN CURLING FOUNDATION AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
ANTIQUE CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	325 152ND ST E	8779028490
CELEBRATE SPANAWAY COMMITTEE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2534447342
DES MOINES HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	730 S 225TH ST	2068245226
DUPONT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DUPONT LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM
EARLY CARIBBEAN SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
EXHIBITS AND ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
FERN HILL HISTORIC BUSINESS DISTRICT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	SOUTH 84TH AND PARK STREET
FORT NISQUALLY HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2535915339
FORT NISQUALLY LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2535915339
FOX ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1017 9TH AVENUE FI	2535492461
HISTORIC FORT STEILACOOM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	9601 STEILACOOM BLVD SW	2535825838
HISTORIC FOURTH US INFANTRY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
KEY PENINSULA HISTORIC SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LEMAY FAMILY COLLECTION FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		2532722336
MCCHORD AIR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	8TH ST & 18TH ST # 517	2539822485
MCNEIL ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
METRO PARKS TACOMA / W.W. SEYMOUR BOTANICAL CONSERVATORY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	4702 S 19TH ST
NORTHWEST HISTORICAL MINIATURES GAMING SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PEDRO RESCUE HELICOPTER ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PIERCE COUNTY SHERIFFS HONOR GUARD ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
POINT DEFIANCE ZOO & AQUARIUM	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	5400 N PEARL ST	2535915337
POINTS NE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	201 TULALIP STREET NE	2539272536
POWELLSWOOD GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	29607 8TH AVE S
PROJECT GANESH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PUGET SOUND AQUARIUM SOCIETY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
PUGET SOUND MODEL RAILROAD ENGINEERS	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		8882384373
RHODODENDRON SPECIES BOTANICAL GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
SHANAMAN SPORTS MUSEUM OF TACOMA	GENERAL MUSEUM		2532728543
SHANAMAN SPORTS MUSEUM TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY	GENERAL MUSEUM	2727 E D ST	2536275857
SNAKE LAKE NATURE CENTER FOUNDATION	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2535916439
SOUTH HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	11711 92ND AVENUE EAST	2538457691
SPANAWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	812 176TH E	2535366655
STEILACOOM TRIBAL CULTURAL CENTER AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2535846308
STEILACOOM TRIBAL MUSEUM ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	1515 LAFAYETTE ST	2535846308
TACOMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2534602424
TACOMA FIREBOAT MARINE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
TACOMA NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1919 S TYLER ST	2535916439
WASHINGTON MUSEUM OF MILITARY TECHNOLOGY	GENERAL MUSEUM
WASHINGTON NATIONAL GUARD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	BLDG 2	2535127834
WESTERN HERITAGE ARTS CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	110 9TH SW	2534459175
WORLDS FAIR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in University Place

Name	Address	Annual Visits
PIERCE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	3005 112TH STREET EAST	2,325,547
TACOMA PUBLIC LIBRARY	1102 TACOMA AVE S	791,017
ROY CITY LIBRARY	122 3RD ST. E	1,936

Farmers Markets in University Place

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Broadway Farmers Market	902 Broadway	05/01/2014 to 10/30/2014	Thu: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market	22307 Dock Ave S	06/02/2018 to 09/29/2018	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Federal Way Farmers Market - Common Mall parking lot	1701 S. 320th St	05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Federal Way Farmers Market - Town Square	20th St	07/09/2014 to 09/24/2014	Wed: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Fife Farmers Market	2820 54th Ave E	06/03/2016 to 09/23/2016	Sat: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Gig Harbor Farmers Market	3500 Hunt St. NW				Visit
Gig Harbor Farmers Market at Key Center	15610 92nd Street				Visit
Gig Harbor Farmers Market at Kimball Drive	6808 Kimball Drive				Visit
Gig Harbor Farmers Market at Uptown Shoping Center	3508 Harborview Drive	June to September	Wed:12:00 pm - 5:00 pm;
Gig Harbor Farmers Market at Uptown Shoping Center	4901 Pt. Fosdick Drive	April to September	Sat:8:30 am - 2:00 pm;	Yes
Norpoint Farmers Market	4848 Nassau NE	06/15/2014 to 09/28/2014	Sun: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;		Visit
Olalla Valley Farmers Market	13053 Olalla Valley RD SE	May to September	Fri:1:00 PM - 6:00 PM;
Proctor Farmers' Market	North 27th between Proctor and Madison	March to December	Sat:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
South Tacoma Farmers Market	3873 S 66th St	06/01/2014 to 09/28/2014	Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Steilacoom Farmers' Market	Lafayette and Wilkes Street		Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Tacoma Farmers Markets	The STAR Center at S. 66th and Adams	04/07/2013 to 09/29/2013	Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Tacoma Farmers Markets - Broadway	South 56th Street & Washington Street				Visit
Tacoma Farmers Markets - South Tacoma	Broadway between 9th & 11th Streets	May to October	Thu:10:30 am - 4:00 pm;	Yes	Visit
Vashon Farmers Market - Saturday	17519 Vashon Highway SW	04/02/2016 to 12/10/2016	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Vashon Farmers Market - Wednesday	17519 Vashon Highway SW	06/01/2016 to 09/07/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Waterfront Farmers Market of Gig Harbor	3211 Harborview Drive	06/06/2019 to 08/29/2019	Thu: 1:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Restaurants in University Place

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Adriatic at Oakbrook

Applebee's

Beirut Bites

Boathouse 19

Chambers Bay Grill

Gyro Zone

Maria's Cocina Mexicana

Pizza Hut

Sapporo Japanese Steakhouse

Cafes in University Place

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Classic Coffee Company

Happy Duo Cafe

Starbucks

Wanna Cupcake? Bakery Cafe

Clinics in University Place

12 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CityMD

Dawn Breikss, MA, LHMC, NCC

Franciscan Medical Clinic

Larson Medical Aesthetics

Light Touch

MultiCare University Place Clinic

Pacific Northwest Plastic Surgery P.S.

Sound Healing Arts

University Place Medical Clinic

Vision Care Associates

Wes Cauthers, MA, LHMC

Dentists in University Place

18 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

32 Pearls

Accurate Dental

Bridgeport Dental Arts

Bridgeport Family Dentistry

Custom Dental Aesthetics

Gentle Dental

Gentle Dentistry

JY Dental Group

Light Dental Studios

Little Sprouts Kids Densitry

McPhee Dental Group

O'Brien Dentistry

Pitzen Family Dentistry

Sound to Mountain Dental Health Center

South Sound Dental Imaging

University Place Modern Dentistry

University Place Smiles

Weller Orthodontics

Veterinaries in University Place

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animal Care Clinic

Gas Stations in University Place

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fred Meyers

Mobil

Shell

Banks in University Place

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

America's Credit Union

Bank of America

BECU

Chase

KeyBank

Sound Community Bank

WaFd Bank

Golf Courses in University Place

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chambers Bay Golf Course

Meadow Park Golf Course

Oakbrook Golf & Country Club

Breweries in University Place

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
48th Street Pub	Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Pub, Bar & Grill Restaurants	4629 Yakima Ave	2534733602
7 Seas Brewing & Taproom	Brewery	3006 Judson St	2535148129	Visit
Bevmo!	Liquor Store, Wine Shop, and Brewery, Liquor Store, Wine Shop, and Brewery South Tacoma	2300 S 37th St	2534720202	Visit
Bighorn Brewery Warehouse	Brewers, Self Storage	5001 S Washington St	2534747465
Breedlove Brewery	Brewery North End	N 33rd St
Doyle's Public House	Pub and Sandwich Place, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Real Estate, Pub and Sandwich Place Down	208 Saint Helens Ave	2532727468	Visit
Dystopian State Brewery	Brewers	616 Saint Helens Ave	2533023466
Harmon Brewery & Eatery	Brewers	1938 Pacific Ave	2533832739	Visit
Harmon Brewery & Tap Room	Brewers	204 Saint Helens Ave	2532122725	Visit
Meconi Pub & Eatery	Brewers, Wineries	709 Pacific Ave	2533833388	Visit
Narrows Brewing	Brewery and Bar, Brewery and Bar West End	9007 S 19th St	2533271400	Visit
Odd Otter Brewing	Bars, manufacturing, Brew Pubs, wholesale, Other, Breweries, Brewery, Beer & Ale, Brewery Downtown T	716 Pacific Ave	2536271831, 2532097064, 2533271680	Visit
Olalla Bay Brewing Co	Brewers	8105 S E Nelson Rd
Pacific Brewing & Malting Co.	Brewery, Brewery Downtown Tacoma	610 Pacific Ave
Ram Restaurant & Brewery, Ram Restaurant Brewery	American Restaurant, Bars, American Restaurants, Brewery and American Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaur	31920 Gateway Center Blvd S	2535881788, (206) 878-6694, 2068786694	Visit
Ram Restaurant-brewery-lkwd	American Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries, Beer & Ale, Seafood Restaurants, Ta	10019 59th Ave S W	2535889617, 2535843191	Visit
Sluggo Brewing	Brewery	2712 6th Ave
Tacoma Brewing Company	Brewery	615 Saint Helens Ave
Wingman Brewers	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewers, Beer & Ale, Liquor Stores	509 Puyallup Ave	2536271432, 2532565240	Visit

Nursing Homes in University Place

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
UNIVERSITY PLACE CARE CENTER 5520 BRIDGEPORT WAY WEST	For profit - Corporation	120	86	3/5	—	4/5	4/5	2535667166

Pharmacies in University Place

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BARTELL DRUGS	2700 BRIDGEPORT WAY	253-460-1879
FRANCISCAN HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE	2901 BRIDGEPORT WAY WEST	253-534-7000
FRED MEYER	6305 BRIDGEPORT WAY WEST	253-460-4033
RITE AID - 5275	3840 BRIDGEPORT WAY WEST	253-564-2255
WALGREENS - 3723	7451 CIRQUE DRIVE WEST	253-564-7569
WALGREENS - 7137	2650 BRIDGEPORT WAY WEST	253-564-0351

EV Charging Stations in University Place

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Walgreens - University Place, WA #3723	7451 Crique Dr W	Blink Network	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in University Place

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
3707 MARVIN ROAD NORTHEAST (82757)	MTOWER	58
3707 MARVIN ROAD NORTHEAST (82757)	MTOWER	58
3223 56TH STREET NW (11557)	MTOWER	51
3223 56TH STREET NW (11557)	MTOWER	51
9601 BUJACICH ROAD NORTHWEST (74914)	LTOWER	49
9601 BUJACICH ROAD NORTHWEST (74914)	LTOWER	49
S16, T17N, R3E, WM (107685)	MTOWER	47
S16, T17N, R3E, WM (107685)	MTOWER	47
17908 16th St KPS (104752)	MTOWER	46
17908 16th St KPS (104752)	MTOWER	46
(Burley site) 984 SE SPRUCE ROAD	GTOWER	43
2526 WILLA STREET NORTHEAST (70815)	MTOWER	38
2526 WILLA STREET NORTHEAST (70815)	MTOWER	38
Fircrest Site 2221 70TH AVE. WEST	TOWER	26
5932 SOUTHWEST 248TH STREET (11594)	MTOWER	15
5932 SOUTHWEST 248TH STREET (11594)	MTOWER	15

Fire Stations in University Place

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Pierce County Fire District Number 3 dba West Pierce Fire & Rescue	3631 Drexler DR W	Career			253-564-1623

Bridges in University Place

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Steel	2005	30	26,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1988	270	7,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1957	600	1,229	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	52	50	G

Amtrak Stations in University Place

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Olympia-Lacey, WA	6600 Yelm Highway SE	TRAIN
Tacoma, WA	422 East 25th Street	TRAIN
Tacoma, Washington	2499 E G Street	BUS

Superfund Sites Near University Place

10 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ASARCO	4716 N BALTIMORE ST	PIERCE
ASARCO	4716 N BALTIMORE ST	PIERCE
BOEING COMPANY FREDERICKSON	18001 CANYON RD E	PIERCE
CHEVRON BULK TERMINAL SITE	1648 E J ST	PIERCE
SEAPORT SOUND TERMINAL LLC	2628 MARINE VIEW DRIVE	PIERCE
SEAPORT SOUND TERMINAL LLC	2628 MARINE VIEW DRIVE	PIERCE
SOL-PRO/LILYBLAD SITE	3401 LINCOLN AVE	PIERCE
ST CLARE HOSPITAL	11315 BRIDGEPORT WAY SW	PIERCE
US OIL & REFINING CO.	3001 MARSHALL AVE	PIERCE
US OIL & REFINING CO.	3001 MARSHALL AVE	PIERCE

Airports Near University Place

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport	SEA	Large Airport
Bremerton National Airport	PWT	Medium Airport
Gray Army Air Field	GRF	Medium Airport
King County International Airport - Boeing Field	BFI	Medium Airport
McChord Air Force Base	TCM	Medium Airport
Olympia Regional Airport	OLM	Medium Airport
Seattle Paine Field International Airport	PAE	Medium Airport
Tacoma Narrows Airport	TIW	Medium Airport
Albritton Airport	—	Small Airport
Apex Airpark	—	Small Airport
Asplund Field	—	Small Airport
Auburn Academy Airport	—	Small Airport
Auburn Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bear Valley Skyranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bergseth Field	—	Small Airport
Black Diamond Airport	—	Small Airport
Bryan Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnett Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnt Ridge Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Burnt Ridge Nursery Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Cawleys South Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Chehalis Centralia Airport	CLS	Small Airport
Cougar Mountain Airfield	—	Small Airport
Cricket Field	—	Small Airport
Curtis Airport	—	Small Airport
Dwight Field	—	Small Airport
Ed Carlson Memorial Field South Lewis County Airport	TDO	Small Airport
Enumclaw Airport	—	Small Airport
Evergreen Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Fall City Airport	—	Small Airport
Fantasy Field Airstrip	—	Small Airport
First Air Field	—	Small Airport
Flying B Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Carpet Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying H Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Lewis Road / Pacemaker Landing Zone Airport	—	Small Airport
Gower Field	—	Small Airport
Harris Airport	—	Small Airport
Hartley Airport	—	Small Airport
Harvey Field	—	Small Airport
Hoskins Field	—	Small Airport
Howell Airport	—	Small Airport
Jensen Road Airport	—	Small Airport
Jim & Julie's Airport	—	Small Airport
Kapowsin Field	—	Small Airport
Kari Field	—	Small Airport
Kimshan Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Kyles Airport	—	Small Airport
Leisureland Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lz Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in University Place

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
City of Tacoma Marine Security Operations Center
Federal Way Police Department
Fircrest Police Dept
Kent Police
Normandy Park Police
Three Sector Police Station
Washington State Patrol District 1

Grocery Stores in University Place

12 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-ELEVEN #24520E 24520	Convenience Store	4720 Bridgeport Way W
Dollar Tree 2272	Other	3907 Bridgeport Way W
FRED MEYER 615	Super Store	6305 Bridgeport Way W
Harbor Greens Up	Supermarket	2620 Bridgeport Way W
Papa Murphy's Pizza WA141	Specialty Store	3828 Bridgeport Way W
Quickstop Market	Convenience Store	8216 27th St W
Safeway 486	Supermarket	3842 Bridgeport Way W
Trader Joe's 148	Supermarket	3800 Bridgeport Way W
University Place Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	7401 Cirque Dr W
Walgreens 03723	Other	7451 Cirque Dr W
Walgreens 07137	Other	2650 Bridgeport Way W
Whole Foods Market 10588	Super Store	3515 Bridgeport Way W

Treatment Centers in University Place

24 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
ACTS Behavioral Health and - Recovery Center	Both	253-302-3826
Adonai Counseling and Employment	Substance Abuse	253-777-1434
Asian American Chemical Dependency	Substance Abuse	253-302-3826
Bayview Recovery	Both	855-345-0744
Casteele Williams and Associates - Comprehensive Behav Health/Main	Both	253-536-2881
Catholic Community Services - CReW Program	Both	253-246-2435
Catholic Community Services - Tacoma 14th Street	Mental Health	253-502-2603
Child Study and Treatment Center	Both	253-756-2504
Community Counseling Institute Inc	Substance Abuse	253-759-0852
Crossroads Treatment Center Inc	Substance Abuse	253-473-7474
Foundation for Multicultural Solutions - El Camino	Substance Abuse	253-572-3214
MultiCare Behavioral Health - Adolescent Behavioral Health at TG	Mental Health	253-403-0360
Northwest Integrated Health - Lakewood Clinic	Substance Abuse	253-503-3666
Northwest Integrated Health - South Tacoma	Substance Abuse	253-300-7474
Olalla Recovery Centers - Olalla Guest Lodge	Substance Abuse	253-857-6201
Pierce County Alliance	Substance Abuse	253-572-4750
Sea Mar Behavioral Health - Tacoma Adult Treatment Center	Substance Abuse	253-280-9860
Sea Mar Behavioral Health - Tacoma/Pierce County	Mental Health	253-396-1634
Sea Mar Behavioral Health for Homeless - Tacoma/Pierce County	Both	253-280-9840
Tacoma BH Cushman - Integrated Care Clinic	Mental Health	253-289-9805
Tacoma Pierce County Health Department - Treatment Services Unit 1	Substance Abuse	253-649-1406
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System - American Lake Division	Substance Abuse	253-582-8440
Vashon Youth and Family Services	Both	206-463-5511 x223
Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital	Mental Health	253-301-5400

DOL Wage Violations in University Place

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $18,855 in back wages owed to 6 employees.

Violations

$18,855

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
New Vision Cleaning Services LLC	—	—	98467	—	1	$18,681	$3,736	5
Rocky's Mini Mart	—	—	98467	—	1	$174	$174	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in University Place

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CATHOLIC WOMANS CLUB	6824 19TH ST BOX 275
CHURCHLADY MINISTRIES	4716 97TH AVE W APT A
CORNERSTONE LIFE CHURCH	8513 42ND ST W
COVENANT AND LIGHT FELLOWSHIP	2709 84TH AVE CT W
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH	2601 70TH AVE W STE I
ISLAMIC CENTER OF TACOMA	2010 BRIDGEPORT WAY W
MOUNT CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	8902 40TH ST W
NATIVE AMERICAN CHURCH OF NORTH AMERICA OF THE COWLITZ INDIANS	6528 60TH ST W
NEIGHBORHOOD CHURCH OF THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD	2802 BRIDGEPORT WAY W
NOAHS ARK PRESCHOOL AT MOUNT CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH	8902 40TH ST W
OLYMPIC VIEW BAPTIST CHURCH	4707 ELWOOD DR W
OUR CHURCH FOUNDATION	5000 67TH AVE W
SIP AND SAVOR	6024 53RD STREET CT W
STREET MISSION MINISTRY	5702 80TH AVENUE CT W
SUNSET BIBLE CHURCH	7920 44TH ST W
TACOMA SOUTH FOURSQUARE CHURCH	4815 51ST AVENUE CT W
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST OF UNIVERSITY PLACE	3912 GRANDVIEW DR W
VICTORY OUTREACH TACOMA CHURCH	6306 89TH AVE W
YOUTH WITH A MISSION NETWORK OF CITY INITIATIVES	4436 SUNSET BCH

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Frequently Asked Questions About University Place

What is the population of University Place?

University Place has a population of 34,850 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 4,179 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is University Place expensive to live in?

University Place is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $94,952, 26% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $578,100 (105% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,664 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is University Place safe?

University Place is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 258 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,587 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, University Place receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in University Place?

University Place has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in University Place?

The job market in University Place is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,354. There are 20,820 business establishments in the area, including 1,771 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 14.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in University Place?

The median home value in University Place is $578,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $647,666. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,664. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.9%. The average annual property tax is $7,011.

How are the schools in University Place?

Schools in University Place score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 43.5% of adults in University Place hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is University Place?

The obesity rate in University Place is 35.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 17.0% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 7.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 81.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,394.

What is transportation like in University Place?

The average commute in University Place is 28 minutes. 70.8% of workers drive alone to work, 2.5% use public transit, and 14.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of University Place?

The racial and ethnic makeup of University Place is 63.4% White, 7.2% Black or African American, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino. 80% of residents speak only English at home, while 20% speak Spanish. 10.0% of the population are military veterans. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 95.7% have health insurance coverage.

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