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University Place Washington Map

Explore University Place, 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 University Place, Washington

How to Use This University Place, Washington Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for University Place, 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 University Place.

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

Latitude	47.215371
Longitude	-122.547259
Population	34,866
Density	1614.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	98466, 98467
Area Code	425
County Seat	Tacoma
School District	University Place School District

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About University Place, Washington

University Place is a locality in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 34,866. The population density is 1614.1 people per km². University Place is located at 47.2154°N, 122.5473°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. University Place is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 98466, 98467.

University Place rests upon a landscape defined by the subtle, persistent influence of a maritime climate that softens the edges of every street corner. It lies 4.7 miles north-northwest of Lakewood, WA (from Lakewood, WA: bearing 341°T), and is situated 5.1 miles west-southwest of Tacoma. The terrain here slopes gradually toward the water, where the horizon is often defined by the distant, jagged silhouette of the Cascade Range. Residents look out toward the open horizon where Carr Inlet lies only three miles away, its tides rhythmically pulsing against the shoreline. Nearby, the quiet presence of Days Island sits just a mile offshore, serving as a constant, verdant anchor for the gaze. When the atmosphere clears, one might observe how the light catches the moisture rising from Leach Creek, which winds its way through the local topography.

University Place evolved from a modest ambition to provide a collegiate atmosphere, eventually growing into a residential hub that balances quiet domesticity with regional connectivity. The local economy relies heavily on the steady pulse of professional services and retail, supported by a workforce that values the stability of the Pacific Northwest. While industry here is less about heavy manufacturing and more about the maintenance of a high quality of life, the town’s growth has been marked by thoughtful development. The Senior Center (University Place) stands as a focal point for the social life of the residents, anchoring the daily interactions of the people who reside here. Even as regional commerce shifts, the foundational character of the area remains tied to the deliberate, measured pace of its inhabitants.

University Place maintains a distinct cultural identity that feels detached from the frenetic energy of larger neighboring centers, favoring instead a quiet, academic tone. The community gathers for local events that emphasize neighborly connection, often held within the accessible grounds of the Senior Center (University Place). Life here is punctuated by the changing seasons, which bring a long, gray, and literate atmosphere that encourages reflection and indoor pursuits. While the residents are often drawn to the natural beauty of the region, they also find deep satisfaction in the simple, unpretentious architecture of their daily surroundings. For those who seek a broader perspective, the distant, snow-capped peaks of the Cascade Range serve as a reminder of the vast, rugged wilderness that lies beyond the reach of the suburbs. It is a place where the rhythm of the day is dictated by the slow, steady movement of the tides near Carr Inlet and the quiet, persistent growth of the local neighborhood.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Cirque/ Bridgeport Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 108° E
The Eagles Nest (Attraction) — 0.7 mi, 057° NE
Mary and her dog Chip (Public Artwork) — 1.2 mi, 261° W
Abandoned Car (Attraction) — 1.3 mi, 163° S
Chambers Creek Properties (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 205° SW
Eagle Scout Service Project (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 034° NE
Meadow Park Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 133° SE
Olympic-Willapa Hills-South Puget Sound Wildlife Area Complex (State Conservation Area) — 1.8 mi, 165° S
Fort Steilacoom Disc Golf Course (State Recreation Area) — 2.1 mi, 199° S
Titlow Beach Marine Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 2.2 mi, 352° N
Chauncey & Johanna Griggs House (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 159° S
Bradley BlockHouse & Flett House (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 146° SE
Leschi Monument (Monument) — 2.4 mi, 178° S
Tacoma Narrows Collapsed Bridge (Historic Ruins) — 2.7 mi, 356° N
The Big One (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 193° S
Hill Ward Chimney Relic (Historic Ruins) — 3.1 mi, 194° S
Gathering Space Art Gallery (Gallery) — 3.3 mi, 062° NE
Cr8Tyffs (Gallery) — 3.4 mi, 036° NE
Narrows Viewpoint #2 (Viewpoint) — 3.7 mi, 348° N
Fox Island Historical Museum (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 298° NW
Puget Sound Museum of Natural History (Museum) — 4.5 mi, 042° NE
Nisqually Reach Aquatic Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 4.7 mi, 226° SW
Blue Mouse Theater (Cinema) — 4.8 mi, 035° NE
Former Karpeles Manuscript Museum (Museum) — 5.6 mi, 057° NE
Tacoma Comedy Club (Theatre) — 5.6 mi, 062° NE
Eagle Island (State Park) — 7.2 mi, 255° W
Dash Point (State Park) — 9.1 mi, 043° NE
Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.2 mi, 219° SW · 16k acres
Mount Rainier National Park (National Park) — 24.8 mi, 108° E · 236k acres

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