Pierce County's 2026 population is estimated at 960,074, reflecting a 0.99% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Pierce County is the 2nd largest county in Washington. The 2010 population was 795,402 and has grown 20.7% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37 years
Female: 38.1 years
Male: 35.9 years
There are 716,281 adults, (137,536 of whom are seniors) in Pierce County.
Female: 463,228 (49.8%)
Male: 467,091 (50.2%)
The racial composition of Pierce County includes 64.04% White, 7.41% Black or African American, 6.9% Asian, 3.72% other race, and smaller percentages for Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 595,791 | 64.04% |
| Two or more races | 141,533 | 15.21% |
| Black or African American | 68,964 | 7.41% |
| Asian | 64,156 | 6.9% |
| Other race | 34,564 | 3.72% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 15,370 | 1.65% |
| Native American | 9,941 | 1.07% |
Pierce County 's average per capita income is $61,672. Household income levels show a median of $99,564. The poverty rate stands at 8.81%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $130,073 | $158,316 |
| Families | $114,873 | $140,767 |
| Households | $99,564 | $124,488 |
| Non Families | $62,004 | $81,099 |
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