CITY · WA

What county is Tacoma, WA in?

Tacoma, WA is mostly in Pierce County. County FIPS code 53053, population 928,696 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Tacoma, Washington
Primary county: Pierce County
FIPS code: 53053
County population: 928,696

Some cities extend into more than one county. Tacoma is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Tacoma in?

Tacoma, WA is mostly in Pierce County.

What is the county seat of Pierce County?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.