Sumner, Washington facts for kids
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Sumner, Washington
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Location of Sumner, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Pierce |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.65 sq mi (19.82 km2) |
| • Land | 7.53 sq mi (19.51 km2) |
| • Water | 0.12 sq mi (0.31 km2) |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 10,621 |
| • Density | 1,384.36/sq mi (534.53/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
98352, 98390
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| Area code | 253 |
| FIPS code | 53-68435 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1512700 |
Sumner is a city located in northern Pierce County, Washington, in the United States. In 2020, about 10,621 people lived there. It is close to other cities like Puyallup to the west, Auburn to the north, and Bonney Lake to the east.
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History of Sumner
Sumner was first started in 1853. It was known as Stuck Junction back then. In 1883, a man named George H. Ryan planned out the town. He hoped it would be a stop on the new Northern Pacific Railway. The town was first called "Franklin." But in 1891, the Post Office asked for the name to be changed. This was to avoid confusion with other towns that had similar names. After a lottery, the town was named "Sumner" after Charles Sumner. He was a famous senator who worked to end slavery.
Geography and Location
Sumner covers an area of about 7.62 square miles (19.7 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Sumner, along with the nearby towns of Orting and Puyallup, is in a special zone. This zone is at risk from lahars, which are dangerous mudflows from Mount Rainier. About 5,600 years ago, a huge mudflow called the Osceola Mudflow covered part of where Sumner is today. It left a deposit about 300 feet (91 meters) thick.
Economy and Businesses
Sumner is home to some interesting businesses.
- Dillanos Coffee Roasters: This company, which roasts coffee, has its main offices in Sumner.
- REI: The outdoor gear company REI also has corporate offices and a large center for distributing its products in Sumner.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 580 | — | |
| 1900 | 531 | −8.4% | |
| 1910 | 892 | 68.0% | |
| 1920 | 1,499 | 68.0% | |
| 1930 | 1,967 | 31.2% | |
| 1940 | 2,140 | 8.8% | |
| 1950 | 2,816 | 31.6% | |
| 1960 | 3,156 | 12.1% | |
| 1970 | 4,325 | 37.0% | |
| 1980 | 4,936 | 14.1% | |
| 1990 | 6,281 | 27.2% | |
| 2000 | 8,504 | 35.4% | |
| 2010 | 9,451 | 11.1% | |
| 2020 | 10,621 | 12.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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In 2010, there were 9,451 people living in Sumner. The city had 3,980 households. About 31.8% of these households had children under 18. The average age of people in Sumner was 38.2 years. About 24.4% of residents were under 18 years old.
Transportation Options
Sumner has good ways to get around. You can use roads and highways. It also has a Sounder commuter rail station in downtown. This train connects Sumner directly to bigger cities like Seattle and Tacoma.
Education and Learning
Most of Sumner is part of the Sumner School District. Some smaller parts are in the Dieringer School District and Puyallup School District. Sumner also has a branch of the Pierce County Library System. This means residents have easy access to books and learning resources.
Culture and Events
Sumner is one of the cities that hosts the annual Daffodil Parade. This fun parade happens every April. It takes place in four different cities: Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner, and Orting.
Famous People from Sumner
- Eddie Dew, an actor and director.
- Wayne Northrop, an actor.
- Kelly Joe Phelps, a musician.
See also
In Spanish: Sumner (Washington) para niños
