Fircrest Washington Map

About Fircrest, Washington

Fircrest is a locality in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,069. The population density is 1726.9 people per km². Fircrest is located at 47.2395°N, 122.5160°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98466.

Fircrest enjoys a gentle terrain, a serene landscape shaped by the proximity of the mighty Puget Sound to its west and the dramatic rise of the Cascade Mountains to the east. It lies 1.6 miles east of University Place, WA (from University Place, WA: bearing 81°T), and is situated 3.5 miles west-southwest of Tacoma. Though not directly on the water, the air in Fircrest often carries a faint, briny whisper, a testament to the vastness of the Sound and its island-dotted expanse. The quality of light here, especially as the day draws toward evening, can be quite remarkable, softening edges and imbuing the familiar streets with a quiet luminescence that feels both comforting and deeply reflective. The neighborhood itself unfolds with a sense of deliberate calm, a place where mature trees line residential avenues, their leaves catching the diffused sunlight in a dappled dance. The history of Fircrest is interwoven with the broader story of Pierce County's development, a narrative of industrious beginnings and evolving economies. Initially, the area's appeal lay in its accessibility and the burgeoning opportunities presented by nearby Tacoma, a hub of commerce and transportation. Over time, Fircrest has cultivated a local economy characterized by a blend of service industries and small businesses, catering to the needs of its residents rather than large-scale industrial output. This focus on local sustenance lends Fircrest a particular character, one where the daily rhythms feel less dictated by the urgent pulse of distant markets and more by the steady beat of everyday life within the neighborhood. The cultural character of Fircrest is one of quiet contentment and community engagement, a place where neighbors often recognize one another and a friendly wave is a common courtesy. While Fircrest itself may not boast globally renowned landmarks, its appeal lies in its well-maintained parks, such as Fircrest Park, which offers verdant spaces for recreation and quiet contemplation. The town's events often center around fostering this sense of togetherness, with local gatherings that celebrate the seasons and the shared experience of living in this particular corner of Washington. While Fircrest has been home to many individuals who contribute to their communities, it is not a place widely associated with globally famous personalities, and this absence of ostentatious celebrity contributes to its genuine, down-to-earth charm.

About This Fircrest Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fircrest, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.239543, -122.515959. 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 Fircrest and Pierce County.

Detailed location data for Fircrest includes the ZIP code (98466), telephone area code (425), county seat of Pierce County (Tacoma), and school district assignment (Tacoma Public Schools). 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 Fircrest is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.