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Tacoma Washington Map

Explore Tacoma, Washington, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Tacoma, Washington

How to Use This Tacoma, Washington Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Tacoma, Washington. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Washington or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Tacoma.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Tacoma
State	Washington (WA)
County	Pierce County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	47.252199
Longitude	-122.459832
Population	219,346
Density	1703.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	98402, 98422, 98401, 98403, 98404
Area Code	425
County Seat	Tacoma
School District	Tacoma Public Schools

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About Tacoma, Washington

Tacoma is a locality in Pierce County, Washington, United States. With a population of 219,346, Tacoma is a major urban centre in Washington. The population density is 1703.5 people per km². Tacoma is located at 47.2522°N, 122.4598°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Tacoma is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 98402, 98422, 98401.

Tacoma occupies a rugged, sloping landscape that descends toward the salt-sprayed edge of Commencement Bay. It lies 4.2 miles west-northwest of Fife, WA (from Fife, WA: bearing 283°T), and is situated 7.8 miles southwest of Federal Way. The terrain is defined by the sharp drop of the Tacoma Eastern Gulch, which carves a path through the earth, while the waters of the Puyallup River carry the cold, glacial runoff toward the harbor. On clear days, the distant, jagged silhouette of the Cascade Range looms on the horizon, a constant, silent spectator to the movement of tides and the ebb of the gray, moisture-heavy air. Residents often find solace in the quiet green of McCormick Park, where the dense canopy offers a momentary reprieve from the industrial hum, and the Alaska Street Reservoir remains a still, reflective presence amidst the surrounding development.

Tacoma emerged from the ambitions of settlers who recognized the natural utility of the deep-water harbor, transforming a collection of timber camps into a vital node of commerce. The early decades were marked by the relentless labor of those who saw the potential in the connection between the forest and the sea, driving the construction of rail lines and piers that would define the character of the settlement for generations. As the years unfolded, Tacoma grew through the industrious spirit of its inhabitants, who navigated the booms and contractions of a frontier economy with a stubborn, enduring resilience. This history is not merely a record of expansion, but a narrative of how a rugged coastline was shaped into a center of trade, where the echoes of the original mills still linger in the architecture of the older districts.

Modern Tacoma sustains itself through a diverse economy that pivots between the heavy logistics of shipping and the intellectual growth fostered by its institutions, such as the University of Puget Sound. The infrastructure here is a complex arrangement of docks and rail corridors, supporting a steady flow of goods that travel from the interior to the global market. Beyond the shipping lanes, the local workforce finds balance in a variety of sectors, ranging from technology to specialized manufacturing, all underpinned by a commitment to regional connectivity. The presence of these educational anchors ensures that Tacoma remains a place of inquiry, where the pragmatism of the harbor is constantly tempered by the fresh perspectives of students and researchers who contribute to the ongoing evolution of the urban landscape.

Cultural life in Tacoma finds its most vibrant expression in the local festivals that gather people under the heavy, low-hanging clouds of the region, and in the quiet appreciation of landmarks like the Museum of Glass. While the proximity to the coast invites a certain maritime sensibility, the residents also look toward the arts, with a thriving scene that celebrates both professional and collegiate athletics. The influence of individuals such as the singer Bing Crosby, who spent his formative years here, lingers in the collective memory, lending a subtle, melodic weight to the identity of the place. Whether one is walking near the shoreline of Commencement Bay or observing the changing light over the water, Tacoma maintains a distinct, unpretentious atmosphere that honors both its hardworking roots and its creative potential.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Wright Park (Nature Reserve) — 0.6 mi, 197° S
Pantages Theater (Theatre / Concert Hall) — 0.7 mi, 081° E
The Grand Cinema (Theatre / Concert Hall) — 0.8 mi, 144° SE
Old City Hall (Historic Site) — 0.8 mi, 080° E
Washington State History Museum (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 091° E
Tacoma Art Museum (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 098° E
LeMay - America's Car Museum (Museum) — 0.9 mi, 128° SE
Museum of Glass (Museum) — 0.9 mi, 113° SE
Chihuly Bridge of Glass (Landmark) — 0.9 mi, 113° SE
Foss Waterway Seaport (Museum) — 0.9 mi, 101° E
Tacoma Dome (Stadium) — 1.4 mi, 146° SE
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum (Historic Site) — 2.4 mi, 341° N
Point Defiance Park (Nature Reserve) — 3.0 mi, 345° N
Mount Tahoma Stadium (Stadium) — 3.0 mi, 189° S
Tacoma Narrows Bridge (Landmark) — 4.4 mi, 283° W
Manny Ellis Mural (Public Artwork) — 0.4 mi, 093° E
Wright Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 051° NE
Spanish Cannon (Monument) — 0.7 mi, 051° NE
Ibsen Monument (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 040° NE
Former Karpeles Manuscript Museum (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 051° NE
Tacoma Comedy Club (Theatre) — 0.9 mi, 082° E
Rialto Theater (Theatre) — 0.9 mi, 078° E
The Goddess of Commerce (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 061° NE
Franklin Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 260° W
Children's Museum of Tacoma (Museum) — 1.1 mi, 102° E
Uncorked Canvas (Attraction) — 1.1 mi, 088° E
Dash Point (State Park) — 4.3 mi, 033° NE
Maury Island Aquatic Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 5.1 mi, 346° N
Olympic-Willapa Hills-South Puget Sound Wildlife Area Complex (State Conservation Area) — 5.5 mi, 217° SW
Mount Rainier National Park (National Park) — 22.0 mi, 118° SE · 236k acres

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