Wauna, Washington

Quick Statistics

Wauna is a community in Pierce County, Washington, home to about 4,805 people spread across 6.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $40,953 a year, and a typical home is worth about $503,300. About 43.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 15 percent over the past decade.

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4,805
Total Population
▲ up 15% since 2012
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6.30 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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$40,953
Median Personal Income
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$503,300
Median Home Value
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43.2%
College Educated
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92.9%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 8.2 points since 2010
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, Wauna ranks number 200 of 628 in population, number 188 in median household income, number 235 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.

Summers around Wauna 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.

Towns Near Wauna
# Town Distance Population
1.Stansberry Lake, WA2.0 mi.1,807
2.Burley, WA2.5 mi.2,443
3.Purdy, WA3.2 mi.1,344
4.Canterwood, WA3.2 mi.2,971
5.Rosedale, WA3.4 mi.4,208
6.Raft Island, WA3.8 mi.333
7.Gig Harbor, WA4.5 mi.12,424
8.Maplewood, WA4.9 mi.5,803
Frequently Asked Questions About Wauna

What is the population of Wauna, Washington?
Wauna has a population of about 4,805 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Wauna, Washington in?
Wauna is located in Pierce County, Washington.

What is the median home value in Wauna, Washington?
The median home value in Wauna is about $503,300, based on American Community Survey data.

What is the median income in Wauna, Washington?
The median personal income in Wauna is about $40,953 per year.

How many tornadoes have hit near Wauna, 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 Wauna, 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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