McChord AFB, Washington
Quick Statistics
McChord AFB is a community in Pierce County, Washington, home to about 2,999 people spread across 5.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $34,477 a year. About 45.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 20 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, McChord AFB ranks number 261 of 628 in population, number 504 in median household income. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around McChord AFB typically top out near 76°F in July, while January nights average about 33°F. The area sees roughly 6 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Parkland, WA | 2.6 mi. | 38,742 |
| 2. | Lakewood, WA | 2.8 mi. | 62,937 |
| 3. | Spanaway, WA | 4.0 mi. | 34,019 |
| 4. | Fort Lewis, WA | 4.4 mi. | 15,167 |
| 5. | Midland, WA | 4.7 mi. | 9,050 |
| 6. | North Fort Lewis, WA | 4.9 mi. | 6,337 |
| 7. | Clover Creek, WA | 5.3 mi. | 7,345 |
| 8. | Steilacoom, WA | 5.4 mi. | 6,686 |
What is the population of McChord AFB, Washington?
McChord AFB has a population of about 2,999 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is McChord AFB, Washington in?
McChord AFB is located in Pierce County, Washington.
What is the median income in McChord AFB, Washington?
The median personal income in McChord AFB is about $34,477 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near McChord AFB, Washington?
Since 1950, 9 tornadoes have been recorded in Pierce County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in McChord AFB, Washington?
Typical July highs run about 76 degrees and January lows about 33 degrees, with around 6 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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