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Tacoma, Washington
Population: 193,556
Located in Pierce County
From the lofty summit of Mount Rainier to the sea level shores of Puget Sound, Pierce County enjoys one of the most enviable geographic locations in the West.
Since the arrival of the earliest settlers in 1852, Tacoma residents have enjoyed the area's prime location and natural beauty. Today's residents can add to the list of Tacoma's assets a thriving arts scene, tree-lined neighborhoods, educational opportunities and state-of-the-art health care facilities. The rest of the nation is beginning to notice: In 1990, Money Magazine named Tacoma fourth on its list of the top 50 places to live.
With so many things to do, both indoors and outdoors, Tacoma residents sometimes have trouble choosing how to spend their leisure hours. The big news in Tacoma is the rebirth of its downtown. Tacoma's landmark Union Station, built in 1911 as the terminus of the Northern Pacific Railroad, has been restored to its original grandeur.
City residents come out in large numbers for Tacoma's many festivals, which take place throughout the year. Tacoma kicks off the new year with its First Night Celebration, a non-alcoholic event featuring performances from noon to midnight. Spring brings the Daffodil Festival, held in April and featuring several floral parades. The Taste of Tacoma is held each summer at Point Defiance Park, offering a variety of food and beverages. ZooLights takes place in December, featuring a display of 500,000 holiday lights at the Point Defiance Zoo.
The Tacoma area offers a rich variety of performances, exhibits and arts facilities for every taste. Diversity is not limited to just the arts; there is an exciting variety of residential options, from waterfront homes to in-city condominiums. Mountain and salt-water views are common throughout the area.
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