Tanglewilde, Washington facts for kids
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Tanglewilde, Washington
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Location of Tanglewilde, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Thurston |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km2) |
| • Land | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,265 |
| • Density | 4,480/sq mi (1,693/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
98503, 98516
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| Area code(s) | 360, 564 |
| FIPS code | 53-70297 |
Tanglewilde is a community in Thurston County, Washington, in the United States. It is also known as Tanglewilde-Thompson Place. This area is a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a place the government counts for population but isn't officially a city or town. Tanglewilde is part of the larger urban area around the city of Lacey.
The community is surrounded by the city of Lacey. It also shares a border with Mushroom Corner. The community is split into two parts, Tanglewilde and Thompson Place. Martin Way divides these two sections. Interstate 5 forms the northern edge of Tanglewilde. Part of its eastern border is along Washington State Route 510.
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Geography of Tanglewilde
This section explains the physical location and size of Tanglewilde.
How Big is Tanglewilde?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Tanglewilde covers a total area of about 1.5 square miles (3.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its official borders.
Population and People
This section shares information about the people who live in Tanglewilde.
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Tanglewilde has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 6,061 | — | |
| 2000 | 5,670 | −6.5% | |
| 2010 | 5,892 | 3.9% | |
| 2020 | 6,265 | 6.3% | |
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In 2000, there were 5,670 people living in Tanglewilde. These people lived in 2,057 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. The average number of people in each household was about 2.76.
Age Groups in Tanglewilde
In 2000, about 29.5% of the people in Tanglewilde were under 18 years old. About 10.7% were between 18 and 24 years old. The median age, which is the middle age of all the people, was 32 years old.
Parks and Outdoor Fun
Tanglewilde has some great places nearby for outdoor activities and enjoying nature.
Local Parks and Nature Areas
Just southwest of the community, you can find the Lake Lois Habitat Reserve. This is a special area set aside to protect nature. Also nearby is the Woodland Creek Community Park. These spots are perfect for spending time outdoors.
Schools and Learning
Students in Tanglewilde attend schools that are part of the North Thurston Public Schools district.
Schools in the Area
- Elementary Schools: Younger students in Tanglewilde might go to Lydia Hawk Elementary or Olympic View Elementary.
- Middle School: The main middle school for students in this area is Nisqually Middle School.
- High School: Most high school students from Tanglewilde attend River Ridge High School.
See also
In Spanish: Tanglewilde (Washington) para niños
