Purdy, Washington
Quick Statistics
Purdy is a community in Pierce County, Washington, home to about 1,344 people spread across 2.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $48,886 a year, and a typical home is worth about $358,600. About 46.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 13 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, Purdy ranks number 364 of 628 in population, number 257 in median household income, number 389 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Purdy 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. | Canterwood, WA | 1.4 mi. | 2,971 |
| 2. | Maplewood, WA | 2.3 mi. | 5,803 |
| 3. | Burley, WA | 2.3 mi. | 2,443 |
| 4. | Wauna, WA | 3.2 mi. | 4,805 |
| 5. | Gig Harbor, WA | 4.0 mi. | 12,424 |
| 6. | Rosedale, WA | 4.0 mi. | 4,208 |
| 7. | Stansberry Lake, WA | 5.1 mi. | 1,807 |
| 8. | Raft Island, WA | 5.6 mi. | 333 |
What is the population of Purdy, Washington?
Purdy has a population of about 1,344 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Purdy, Washington in?
Purdy is located in Pierce County, Washington.
What is the median home value in Purdy, Washington?
The median home value in Purdy is about $358,600, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Purdy, Washington?
The median personal income in Purdy is about $48,886 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Purdy, 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 Purdy, 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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