Located in Pierce County, 35 miles south of Seattle and 10 miles southeast of Tacoma, Puyallup not only offers excellent commuting opportunities for work or education outside of the city, it also presents countless possibilities for careers, entertainment, community building, and more all within the city. The name “Puyallup” means “the generous people,” speaking to the rich history of the land, originally inhabited by the Puyallup Tribe. For more city’s history, visit the downtown area, which boasts historic buildings and landmarks.
Now Puyallup draws visitors from all across the state during the annual Washington State Fair which attracts over a million people a year looking to celebrate local farmers, businesses, and more.