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Renowned for its water sports such as scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, wind surfing, and water skiing, Gig Harbor’s extensive shoreline and deep water bays provide a picturesque backdrop for the various activities available. Among others, one can enjoy the numerous walking and biking trails, stay in award winning inns, over 14 bed and breakfasts, or play a round of golf on one of the four courses.
In addition, locals and visitors can take advantage of the community-based productions held throughout the year. In the winter, Encore! Theater has performances at Burton Park Theater and in the summer, musical performances are held under the stars at Cottesmore Outdoor Theater. The Gig Harbor Farmer’s Market which runs from April to October includes fresh flowers, produce, food, wood crafts, and jewelry from approximately 100 vendors and is a perfect opportunity to appreciate the rich local culture.
With a city population of 6,500 and growing, a prosperous economy and convenient location, Gig Harbor averages only 37 inches of rainfall per year and a mild climate which compliments its affordable homes. It is only 45 minutes from Sea-Tac International Airport and an hour from downtown Seattle.
Named in 1841 by Captain Charles Wilkes after he took shelter from a storm in the small bay during his U.S. Exploring Expedition, Gig Harbor also attracted commercial fisherman and farmers from as far away as Norway, Sweden, and Croatia. In July of 1940, the first Narrows Bridge connecting Gig Harbor and the Peninsula with Tacoma was built.
State-of-the-art education is another important part of what sets Gig Harbor apart from most cities in Washington. The Peninsula School District includes fifteen schools, 9,200 students, grows annually between four and five percent and boasts an extensive history of academic accomplishments. There are several Montessori, Christian, and Catholic schools and options for home-schoolers at Henderson Bay High School. There’s something for everyone here in Gig Harbor.
Population
| Total Population |
7,102
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| Population Density |
1,632 Persons/Sq. Mile
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| Female Population |
3,784
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| Male Population |
3,318
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| Median Age |
45.65 Years
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| Percentage Population Change since 1990 |
54%
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| Percentage Population Change Since 2000 |
0%
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Colleges
| Nearest 2-Year Public College |
TACOMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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| Distance to TACOMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE |
7 Miles
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| Nearest 4-Year Public College |
UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND
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| Distance to UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND |
7 Miles
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Households and Income
| Total Number of Households |
3,071
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| Family Households |
1,914
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| Average Family Size |
2.98
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| Average Household Income |
$75,994
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| Median Household Income |
$58,831
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| Percentage Income Change Since 1990 |
54%
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| Percentage Income Change Since 2000 |
0%
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Crime Rates Compared to National Average
The National Average is designated
1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents
half as much risk.
| Total Crime Risk |
1.15
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| Total Crime Risk (County) |
1.62
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| Personal Crime Risk (County) |
1.06
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| Murder Risk (County) |
0.79
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| Rape Risk (County) |
1.71
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| Robbery Risk |
1.02
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| Assault Risk (County) |
1.28
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| Property Risk (County) |
1.54
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| Burglary Risk (County) |
1.55
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| Larceny Risk (County) |
1.37
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| Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) |
1.94
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Environment
| Average July High Temperature |
76.1° F
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| Average January Low Temperature |
35.1° F
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| Annual Precipitation |
38.95 inches
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| Air Pollution Index |
105% of National Average
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Miscellaneous
| Sales Tax Rate |
8.4%
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| Nearest Airport |
SEATTLE-TACOMA INTL
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| Distance to SEATTLE-TACOMA INTL |
18 Miles
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| Nearest Major Sports Team |
TACOMA RAINIERS (AAA)
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| Distance to TACOMA RAINIERS (AAA) |
8 Miles
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| School Name | Grades | Address |
| GOODMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5 - 8 | 3701 38TH AVE NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| HARBOR RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5 - 8 | 9010 PRENTICE AVE, GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| KOPACHUCK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5 - 8 | 10414 56TH ST NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| PENINSULA HIGH SCHOOL | 9 - 12 | 14105 PURDY DR NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| HENDERSON BAY HIGH SCHOOL | 9 - 12 | 8402 SKANSIE AVE, GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| GIG HARBOR HIGH SCHOOL | 9 - 12 | 5101 ROSEDALE ST, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | K - 5 | 4905 ROSEDALE ST NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| ARTONDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | K - 5 | 6219 40TH ST NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| PURDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | K - 5 | 13815 62ND AVE NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| HARBOR HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | K - 5 | 4002 36TH ST NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| VOYAGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | K - 5 | 5615 KOPACHUCK DR NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| MINTER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | K - 5 | 12617 118TH AVE NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98329 |
| ST NICHOLAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL | K - 8 | 3555 EDWARDS DR, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL | K - 8 | 3008 36TH ST NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| GIG HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL | K - 5 | 9911 BURNHAM DR NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| GIG HARBOR ACADEMY | K - 5 | 6820 32ND ST NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL | K - 6 | 4417 56TH ST NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| HOSANNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL | K - 8 | 3114 45TH ST CT NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| HARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL | K - 8 | 5414 68TH STREET CT NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL | K - 12 | 4819 HUNT ST NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
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| Type of Business | Name | Address |
| BANKS | KEY BANK | 14004 PURDY DR NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| BANKS | KEY BANK | 5055 BORGEN BLVD NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| BANKS | RAINIER PACIFIC BANK | 4949 BORGEN BLVD NW # 101 GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| BANKS | US BANK | 11330 51ST AVE NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| BANKS | WASHINGTON MUTUAL | 5225 BORGEN BLVD NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
| BANKS | BANK OF AMERICA | 4815 POINT FOSDICK DR NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| BANKS | COLUMBIA BANK | 3006 JUDSON ST # 101 GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| BANKS | COLUMBIA BANK | 5303 POINT FOSDICK DR NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| BANKS | FIRST COMMUNITY BANK | 7022 PIONEER WAY GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| BANKS | FRONTIER BANK | 5125 OLYMPIC DR NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| BANKS | GOLF SAVINGS BANK | 3312 ROSEDALE ST NW # 203 GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| BANKS | KEY BANK | 3216 JUDSON ST GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| BANKS | KEY BANK | 5001 OLYMPIC DR NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| BANKS | KITSAP BANK | 4714 POINT FOSDICK DR NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| BANKS | KITSAP BANK | 7109 PIONEER WAY GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| GOLF | MADRONA LINKS GOLF COURSE | 3604 22ND AVE NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| HOSPITALS | MULTICARE URGENT CARE CTR | 5122 OLYMPIC DR NW # A203 GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 |
| ART AND MUSEUMS | GIG HARBOR PENINSULA HISTORICL | 4218 HARBORVIEW DR GIG HARBOR, WA 98332 |
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| 98329 | 205 | $242,500 | $275,770 |
| 98332 | 273 | $469,942 | $521,938 |
| 98335 | 394 | $381,750 | $474,138 |
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