Elk Plain, Washington facts for kids
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Elk Plain, Washington
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Location of Elk Plain, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Pierce |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.6 sq mi (24.8 km2) |
| • Land | 9.6 sq mi (24.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 433 ft (132 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 14,534 |
| • Density | 1,640.8/sq mi (633.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98387
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| Area code(s) | 253 |
| FIPS code | 53-21205 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1510941 |
Elk Plain is a community located in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the government for gathering population data, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. In 2020, about 14,534 people lived in Elk Plain.
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About Elk Plain's Location
Elk Plain covers an area of about 9.6 square miles (24.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land. It is located in the state of Washington, which is in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
Who Lives in Elk Plain?
This section tells us about the people living in Elk Plain. It's like taking a snapshot of the community's population over time.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 12,197 | — | |
| 2000 | 15,697 | 28.7% | |
| 2010 | 14,205 | −9.5% | |
| 2020 | 14,534 | 2.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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- In 1990, the population of Elk Plain was around 12,197 people.
- By 2000, it grew to about 15,697 residents.
- In 2010, the population was 14,205.
- The most recent count in 2020 showed 14,534 people living there.
Schools and Learning in Elk Plain
Students in Elk Plain attend public schools that are part of the Bethel School District. There are different schools for elementary, junior high, and high school students.
Elementary Schools
- [Elk Plain School of Choice Elementary School]
- [Centennial Elementary School]
- [Shining Mountain Elementary School]
Junior High and High Schools
- Bethel Junior High School
- Bethel High School
Private School Options
- [Bethel Baptist Christian School] (for students from kindergarten to 12th grade)
Nearby Colleges
For students who want to continue their education after high school, there are several colleges and universities close to Elk Plain:
- Pacific Lutheran University (in Parkland)
- Colleges in Tacoma
- Colleges in Lakewood
- Colleges in Puyallup
- Colleges offering classes at Joint Base Lewis-McChord
See also
In Spanish: Elk Plain (Washington) para niños
