Waller Washington Map

About Waller, Washington

Waller is a locality in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,683. The population density is 381.1 people per km². Waller is located at 47.2007°N, 122.3693°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98371.

Waller rests against the western slope of the Puget Sound lowlands, where the land begins its slow, green descent towards the restless grey waters. It lies 3.7 miles west-north-west of Puyallup, WA (from Puyallup, WA: bearing 286°T), and is situated 5.0 miles south-east of Tacoma. Here, the air carries the damp, earthy scent of Douglas fir and cedar, a perpetual reminder of the dense forests that once dominated this terrain. Gentle hills, softened by centuries of rain and growth, rise and fall like slumbering giants, their flanks often shrouded in a soft, pearlescent mist that clings to the lower valleys as dusk approaches. The landscape is a study in muted greens and deep browns, punctuated by the occasional gleam of a distant, winding creek, its waters dark and cool from their journey through shadowed ravines. The story of Waller is deeply intertwined with the timber industry that shaped much of Pierce County's early economy, its roots reaching back to the logging camps and sawmills that carved out livelihoods from the abundant forests. While the roar of the saws has largely faded, a spirit of pragmatic self-reliance persists, evident in the small farms and agricultural enterprises that continue to dot the countryside, their fields a patchwork of cultivated order against the wilder backdrop. The proximity to larger urban centers has brought a steady influx of residents seeking a quieter pace, yet the distinct character of Waller remains, a place where the quiet hum of daily life is still underscored by the enduring presence of the natural world.

About This Waller Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Waller, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.200655, -122.369288. 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 Waller and Pierce County.

Detailed location data for Waller includes the ZIP code (98443), telephone area code (425), county seat of Pierce County (Tacoma), and school district assignment (Puyallup 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 Waller is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.