Orting Washington Map

About Orting, Washington

Orting is a locality in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,978. The population density is 1278.3 people per km². Orting is located at 47.0979°N, 122.2043°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98360.

Orting breathes the cool, damp air of the Puyallup Valley, a landscape defined by the patient sculpting of rivers and the looming, ever-present majesty of Mount Rainier. It lies 4.3 miles south-east of South Hill, WA (from South Hill, WA: bearing 134°T), and is situated 7.3 miles south-east of Puyallup. The land here is a verdant quilt of rich, dark soil, recently smoothed by the tireless efforts of agricultural machinery or rippled by the gentle curves of pastureland. Even in the muted light of a cloudy afternoon, the emerald hues of the valley floor seem to absorb and hold the diffused sky, creating a serene, almost hushed atmosphere. The air carries the faint, sweet scent of ripening berries and the earthy perfume of damp loam, a constant reminder of the valley's generous bounty. This fertile ground has long been the heart of Orting's identity, its economy historically tethered to the robust output of its farms, particularly the famed raspberries and blueberries that burst with summer flavor. The valley's history is also marked by the immense power of the Puyallup River, a force that has shaped both the terrain and the lives of its inhabitants, necessitating resilience and a deep respect for nature's unpredictable moods. Orting carries the quiet dignity of a place that understands its dependence on the land and the river, a character forged in generations of working with, rather than against, the elements. The distinctive, low-slung profile of the homes and businesses speaks to a pragmatic approach to living, where utility and comfort often take precedence over ostentation, a subtle reflection of the valley's grounded spirit.

About This Orting Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Orting, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.09788, -122.204282. 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 Orting and Pierce County.

Detailed location data for Orting includes the ZIP code (98360), telephone area code (425), county seat of Pierce County (Tacoma), and school district assignment (Orting School District). 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 Orting is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.