Tacoma, City in Washington, USA
Tacoma is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States.
Founded in 1875, Tacoma was incorporated on November 12, 1875, following its selection in 1873 as the western terminus of the Northern Pacific Railroad.
Tacoma is known for its vibrant art scene, including the Museum of Glass where you can see glassblowing in action.
The Port of Tacoma is a major center of international trade on the West Coast and Washington’s largest port.
The city has been named one of the most livable areas in the United States.
Location: Pierce County
Inception: 1875
Population: 219346
Elevation above the sea: 74 m
Website: cityoftacoma.org
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap