Fircrest Washington Map

About Fircrest, Washington

Fircrest is a locality in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,069. The population density is 1726.9 people per km². Fircrest is located at 47.2395°N, 122.5160°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98466.

Fircrest unfolds along a gentle slope, its residential streets a quiet murmur beneath the broad, embracing canopy of fir and cedar. It lies 1.6 miles east of University Place, WA (from University Place, WA: bearing 81°T), and is situated 3.5 miles west-south-west of Tacoma. The air here carries the damp, earthy scent of evergreen needles, a constant reminder of the vast forests that press in from the east, their dark, solemn outlines a permanent fixture on the horizon. Sunlight, when it breaks through the persistent mist, casts a soft, diffused glow, illuminating the emerald moss that clings to weathered fences and the deep, shaded greens of manicured lawns. The terrain, a series of modest rises and dips, lends a subtle character to the neighborhoods, each curve of the road revealing another quiet tableau of homes, their windows reflecting the ever-present, muted sky. The history of Fircrest is intertwined with the logging that once shaped this corner of Pierce County, the sturdy timbers of its homes a silent testament to that era. Though the industry has shifted, a quiet industriousness persists, a local economy built on a foundation of service and small businesses that cater to the needs of its residents. The proximity to larger urban centers has influenced its development, creating a character that balances a sense of peaceful retreat with accessibility, a place where the rhythm of daily life feels both grounded and connected. The very character of Fircrest seems to absorb the gentle, persistent moisture of the Pacific Northwest, fostering a quiet beauty in its abundant greenery and the unassuming charm of its well-kept streets.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Fircrest, Washington with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Fircrest and Pierce County.

Detailed location data for Fircrest includes the ZIP code (98466), telephone area code (425), county seat of Pierce County (Tacoma), and school district assignment (Tacoma Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Fircrest is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.