Elk Plain

Census-designated place in Pierce County, Washington

Aerial view of Elk Plain, Washington
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Elk Plain is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Pierce County, Washington, with 14,534 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 433 ft (132 m) above sea level. The nearest town is South Creek, 3.1 miles S.

About Elk Plain

Elk Plain is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pierce County, Washington, United States. The population was 14,534 at the 2020 census.

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Living in Elk Plain

Median household income
$107,313
Median home value
$473,500
Median rent
$2,172/mo
Median age
38
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Elk Plain, WA population

Elk Plain had 14,534 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census14,534
Density1,734 per sq mi (670 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Elk Plain at a glance

StateWashington (WA)
CountyPierce County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population14,534 (2020)
Land area8.38 sq mi (21.7 km²)
Water area0.01 sq mi (0.02 km²)
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates47.0419° N, 122.3657° W
ZIP code98387
Census code (GEOID)5321205

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Elk Plain

What county is Elk Plain in?

Elk Plain is in Pierce County, Washington.

What is the population of Elk Plain, WA?

14,534 people lived in Elk Plain at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Elk Plain, WA?

The ZIP code of Elk Plain is 98387.

What is the elevation of Elk Plain?

433 feet (132 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Elk Plain?

South Creek (3.1 mi), Frederickson (3.5 mi), Graham (4.2 mi), Spanaway (4.7 mi), Summit View (6.6 mi).

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