Gig Harbor

Gig Harbor is known for its beauty, convenience, recreation, and for its quality schools.

Welcome to Gig Harbor

Gig Harbor is just across the scenic Tacoma Narrows Bridge and offers a charming town as well as beautiful countryside and vistas of Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, and the Olympic Mountains. Its strong Scandinavian and Croatian heritage has influenced the town’s nautical lifestyle and fishing-village character. This sophisticated city offers a wide array of shops, boutiques, art galleries, and waterfront restaurants. Living in Gig Harbor has a coastal quality. People living there are surrounded by water, nature, and incredible views. Home to some of the finest view homes in Pierce County, homes in Gig Harbor range from charming in-town houses and condominiums to homes on acreage, luxury view homes, and some of Washington’s most beautiful waterfront homes. Gig Harbor is known for its beauty, convenience, recreation, and for its quality schools. The area has won awards for quality of life as well as being one of the nation’s best places to retire.

Overview for Gig Harbor, WA

11,505 people live in Gig Harbor, where the median age is 41.8 and the average individual income is $54,456. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

11,505

Total Population

41.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$54,456

Average individual Income

Around Gig Harbor, WA

There's plenty to do around Gig Harbor, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

13
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
22
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Dlala Bakery, Gig Harbor Audio, and Invitation Bookshop.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dlala Bakery Logo
Dining 0.88 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Gig Harbor Audio Logo
Shopping 0.93 miles 24 reviews 5/5 stars
Invitation Bookshop Logo
Shopping 2.18 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
dolly mama boutique Logo
Shopping 0.8 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Cruise Hobbes Logo
Active 2.04 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Waypoint Crossfit Logo
Active 4.09 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Gig Harbor, WA

Population Households Employment

Gig Harbor has 4,672 households, with an average household size of 2.42. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Gig Harbor do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 11,505 people call Gig Harbor home. The population density is 1,949.22 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

11,505

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.8

Median Age

46.08 / 53.92%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
4,672

Total Households

2.42

Average Household Size

$54,456

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Gig Harbor, WA

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Gig Harbor. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Pioneer Elementary School
8402 Skansie Ave, Gig Harbor, WA, 98332
PUBLIC
K - 5th
No rating available
Harbor Ridge Middle School
9010 Prentice Ave, Gig Harbor, WA, 98332
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
Peninsula Alternative Programs
8402 Skansie Avenue, Gig Harbor, WA, 98332
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
Gig Harbor High
5101 Rosedale St NW, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Discovery Elementary School
4905 Rosedale St NW, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
Henderson Bay Alt High School
14015 62nd Ave NW, Gig Harbor, WA, 98332
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
Hosanna Christian School
3114 45th St Ct NW, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
St Nicholas Catholic School
3555 Edwards Dr, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available

PROPERTY LISTINGS

Pending
MLS® 2210605
Provided by NWMLS, Windermere Professional Prtnrs

$2,999,950

0 Canterwood Boulevard, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
Pending
MLS® 2217824
Provided by NWMLS, Cedarland Group

$2,295,000

9116 Goodman Avenue, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,655 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 2221027
Provided by NWMLS, Windermere Professional Prtnrs

$2,195,000

8808 Franklin Avenue, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
4 Beds 3.25 Baths 2,870 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2191020
Provided by NWMLS, RE/MAX Northwest

$1,850,000

4402 - 4416 Rosedale Street NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
3,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2188229
Provided by NWMLS, Coldwell Banker Danforth

$1,825,000

6615 38th Ave NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Pending
MLS® 2232434
Provided by NWMLS, Berkshire Hathaway HS SSP

$1,450,000

7524 Sandin Lane, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,645 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2200575
Provided by NWMLS, Windermere Professional Prtnrs

$1,350,000

7409 Hill Avenue, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
3,300 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 2231381
Provided by NWMLS, Berkshire Hathaway HS SSP

$1,349,990

7548 Sandin Lane, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,645 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 2232473
Provided by NWMLS, Berkshire Hathaway HS SSP

$1,324,950

7566 Sandin Lane, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
3 Beds 1.75 Baths 2,038 Sq.Ft.
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