City profile

Enumclaw, WA

Pierce County · Population 12,798

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Enumclaw is a town in Pierce County, WA with about 12,798 residents and a typical home value near $525,000. It is 21 miles from Tacoma, WA, which shapes its climate, healthcare access and amenities.

Climate

Climate type

Mild & temperate

Winter avg

42°F

Summer avg

66°F

Sunny days / yr

155

Home prices & cost of living

Median home price

$524,600

Typical monthly housing

$3,217

Cost of living (100 = U.S.)

120

Taxes

Property tax
0.84%
State income tax (top)
None
Social Security
Not taxed
Pensions
Not taxed
Sales tax (state + avg. local)
9.43%

FEMA natural hazard risk

Very High · county score 100/100

Top hazards: Earthquake, Riverine flooding, Avalanche

Nearest major airport

23 mi to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

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Political lean (2024 county vote)

Leans Democratic · 54% Democratic / 43% Republican

Community

Population

12,798

Black population

0.5%

County

Pierce County

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2025–2026 trends

2026 market trends

  • ▸Climate/cost risks to check: wildfire smoke, earthquakes

Highlights

  • About 12,798 residents
  • Typical home value about $525,000
  • 21 miles from Tacoma, WA

Trade-offs

  • Smaller community with fewer local amenities
  • Scores for this place are estimated from Census data and the nearest major city

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