South Prairie, Washington
Quick Statistics
South Prairie is a community in Pierce County, Washington, home to about 309 people spread across 0.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $60,938 a year, and a typical home is worth about $444,000. About 27.6% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 29 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, South Prairie ranks number 526 of 628 in population, number 128 in median household income, number 294 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around South Prairie 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. | Prairie Heights, WA | 1.1 mi. | 4,998 |
| 2. | Prairie Ridge, WA | 2.1 mi. | 12,074 |
| 3. | Wilkeson, WA | 3.1 mi. | 552 |
| 4. | Crocker, WA | 3.4 mi. | 1,254 |
| 5. | Buckley, WA | 4.0 mi. | 5,371 |
| 6. | Carbonado, WA | 4.2 mi. | 704 |
| 7. | Bonney Lake, WA | 5.4 mi. | 22,090 |
| 8. | Orting, WA | 6.0 mi. | 8,978 |
What is the population of South Prairie, Washington?
South Prairie has a population of about 309 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is South Prairie, Washington in?
South Prairie is located in Pierce County, Washington.
What is the median home value in South Prairie, Washington?
The median home value in South Prairie is about $444,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in South Prairie, Washington?
The median personal income in South Prairie is about $60,938 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near South Prairie, 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 South Prairie, 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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