Purdy Washington Map
Purdy, Washington — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Purdy, Pierce County.
Interactive Map of Purdy, Washington
| City | Purdy |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.388985 |
| Longitude | -122.62541 |
| Population | 1,344 |
| Density | 196.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Purdy, Washington
Purdy is a locality in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,344. The population density is 196.0 people per km². Purdy is located at 47.3890°N, 122.6254°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98332.
Purdy rests where the land begins to yield to the salty breath of Puget Sound, a place of quietude and weathered beauty. It lies 11.2 miles north-north-west of University Place, WA (from University Place, WA: bearing 342°T), and is situated 6.2 miles north of Artondale. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of rain and the persistent growth of Douglas fir and alder, embrace the small settlement. The air, even on a bright day, carries a damp, earthy scent, a constant reminder of the abundant moisture that nourishes the evergreen forests and the fertile soil. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-overcast sky, possesses a diffused gentleness, painting the landscape in muted greens and grays, a palette that speaks of enduring resilience. The nearby waters of the sound offer a shimmering contrast, their surface a mirror to the sky, a promise of distant horizons. The history of Purdy is deeply entwined with the rhythm of the tides and the bounty of the forests. Once a hub for logging operations, the echoes of that industry are now subtle, replaced by a more pastoral economy. Small farms and nurseries dot the landscape, their produce a testament to the rich, dark earth that has been cultivated for generations. The community itself is a collection of homes and businesses that feel organically grown from the land, rather than imposed upon it. The occasional glimpse of a weathered barn or a sturdy, old farmhouse suggests a lineage of hard work and quiet perseverance, a continuity of purpose that defines Purdy.
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About This Purdy Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Purdy, 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 Purdy and Pierce County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Purdy is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Purdy is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
