North Fort Lewis, Washington facts for kids
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North Fort Lewis, Washington
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 North Fort Lewis, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Pierce |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.90 sq mi (15.3 km2) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 2,699 |
| • Density | 457.5/sq mi (176.4/km2) |
| Time zone | Pacific |
North Fort Lewis is a special community located in Pierce County, Washington. It is not a city or town, but a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it is an area that the government counts as a separate community for population surveys.
North Fort Lewis is an important part of Fort Lewis. Fort Lewis itself is now part of a larger military base called Joint Base Lewis-McChord. This base is a big center for the United States military.
Population of North Fort Lewis
North Fort Lewis is home to many people, including military families. The number of people living there has changed over time.
How Many People Live Here?
In 2010, about 2,699 people lived in North Fort Lewis. More recently, in 2023, the population grew to about 6,229 people. This shows that more families and individuals have moved to this area.
