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Puyallup, Washington

Pronounced "Pew-AL-up," this Pierce County city hosts the Washington State Fair — one of the largest in the nation — and offers spectacular views of Mount Rainier. Named for the Puyallup tribe, it's a key community in the Seattle-Tacoma metro.

Founded 1890 | Population 43,000 | Peak 43,000 (2024) | County Pierce County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Puyallup, Washington

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1890Founded: Puyallup was founded by colonial settlers in Pierce County.

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1890Incorporated: Valley.

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2010Modern Era: Puyallup continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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2020Modern Growth: Puyallup continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.

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Did You Know?

Pew-AL-up.

WA State Fair.

Rainier views.

Puyallup is located in Pierce County, Washington.

Puyallup was founded in 1890.

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