Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
18%
Puyallup
Puyallup, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,591
Population
44,021
Renter Mix
48% Rent
Picturesque, small-town atmosphere in the shadow of the Cascades
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Located in the Puyallup Valley, this western Washington city combines suburban living with historic character. The community of 43,000 residents offers various housing options from downtown apartments to residential neighborhoods, with rental rates averaging $1,583 for one-bedroom units and $1,937 for two-bedroom homes. Downtown's Meridian Street features an antique district where local shops and restaurants create a welcoming atmosphere. Pioneer Park, a central community gathering place, includes a public library, walking paths, and hosts one of Washington state's largest farmers' markets from April through October.
Puyallup celebrates its agricultural roots while embracing contemporary life, highlighted by the Washington State Fair, which draws visitors from across the region to the fairgrounds. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy easy access to Mount Rainier and the Pierce County Foothills Trail. Pierce College Puyallup and the Puyallup School District serve the educational needs of residents. The rental market remains steady, with South Hill and downtown locations offering proximity to shopping centers and entertainment. Local landmarks include the restored Ezra Meeker Mansion and the Karshner Museum, while public art installations throughout downtown showcase the community's creative spirit.
Explore the City
Built in 1886, the historic Meeker Mansion once served as a marker on the Oregon Trail
The two-story Puyallup Public Library is located near Pioneer Park
Demographics
Median Household Income
$87,291
Average: $104,242
Education
9,771
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
21,979
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Puyallup has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Puyallup, WA is $1,334 for a studio, $1,606 for one bedroom, $1,919 for two bedrooms, and $2,433 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Puyallup has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,606/month
706 Sq Ft
House
$2,767/month
1,792 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,497/month
1,682 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,265/month
1,094 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Puyallup, WA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
571 Students
Public
Grades K-5
479 Students
G W Edgerton Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
758 Students
Public
Grades K-5
636 Students
Frank Brouillet Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
552 Students
Doris Stahl Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
902 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
832 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
831 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
711 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
890 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,701 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,537 Students
Doris Stahl Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
902 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,730 Students
Public
Grades K-12
591 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Puyallup Riverfront Trail
- Wildwood Park
- Bradley Lake Park
- Loyalty Park
- Rainier View Park
Military Bases
Airports
- Seattle-Tacoma International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.