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| |government_type = ]<ref>{{cite web|title=Mayor & City Council|url=https://www.pacificwa.gov/government/mayor___city_council|publisher=City of Pacific|access-date=March 29, 2022}}</ref> | |government_type = ]<ref>{{cite web|title=Mayor & City Council|url=https://www.pacificwa.gov/government/mayor___city_council|publisher=City of Pacific|access-date=March 29, 2022}}</ref> | ||
| |leader_title = Mayor | |leader_title = Mayor | ||
| |leader_name = Leanne Guier <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theolympian.com/2013/07/12/2619316/new-mayor-in-troubled-town-of.html|title=New mayor in troubled town of Pacific|work=The Olympian|date= |
|leader_name = Leanne Guier <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theolympian.com/2013/07/12/2619316/new-mayor-in-troubled-town-of.html|title=New mayor in troubled town of Pacific|work=The Olympian|date=July 12, 2013|access-date=July 16, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://q13fox.com/2013/07/09/sun-sets-in-pacific/|title = Vote certified: Pacific Mayor Cy Sun recalled; new mayor to be named Thursday|date =July 9, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=http://blog.thenewstribune.com/politics/2013/04/25/supreme-court-recall-effort-against-pacific-mayor-can-proceed/ |title=Archived copy |access-date=April 25, 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140708021052/http://blog.thenewstribune.com/politics/2013/04/25/supreme-court-recall-effort-against-pacific-mayor-can-proceed/ |archive-date=July 8, 2014 |url-status=dead }}</ref> | ||
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| |blank1_info = 1512545<ref name="GR3">{{cite gnis|id=1512545|name=Pacific}}</ref> | |blank1_info = 1512545<ref name="GR3">{{cite gnis|id=1512545|name=Pacific}}</ref> | ||
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| '''Pacific''' is a city in ] and ] counties in the ] of ]. Located primarily in King County, the population was |
'''Pacific''' is a city in ] and ] counties in the ] of ]. Located primarily in King County, the population was 7,235 at the ].<ref name="2020 Census (City)">{{cite web|title=2020 Census Redistricting Data (Public Law 94-171) Summary File |url=https://data.census.gov/cedsci/profile?g=1600000US5352495 |work=American FactFinder |publisher=] |access-date=May 16, 2022}}</ref> | ||
| ==History== | ==History== | ||
| Pacific was ]ted on April 10, 1906, by real estate promoter ] as "C.D. Hillman's Pacific City Addition to the City of Seattle". The development would take advantage of the nearby ], which provided connections to ] and ]. It was officially incorporated as a town on August 10, 1909.<ref>{{cite web |last=Holden Givens |first=Linda |date=December 29, 2015 |title=Pacific's incorporation as a town of the fourth class is approved on August 2, 1909. |url=https://www.historylink.org/File/11169 |work=] |accessdate=April 3, 2022}}</ref> | Pacific was ]ted on April 10, 1906, by real estate promoter ] as "C.D. Hillman's Pacific City Addition to the City of Seattle". The development would take advantage of the nearby ], which provided connections to ] and ]. It was officially incorporated as a town on August 10, 1909.<ref>{{cite web |last=Holden Givens |first=Linda |date=December 29, 2015 |title=Pacific's incorporation as a town of the fourth class is approved on August 2, 1909. |url=https://www.historylink.org/File/11169 |work=] |accessdate=April 3, 2022}}</ref> | ||
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| Pacific is located at {{Coord|47|15|48|N|122|14|52|W|type:city}}.<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=]|access-date=April 23, 2011|date=February 12, 2011|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref> | Pacific is located at {{Coord|47|15|48|N|122|14|52|W|type:city}}.<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=]|access-date=April 23, 2011|date=February 12, 2011|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref> | ||
| According to the ], the city has a total area of {{convert|2.43|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which, {{convert|2.42|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is land and {{convert|0.01|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is water.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=]|access-date= |
According to the ], the city has a total area of {{convert|2.43|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which, {{convert|2.42|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is land and {{convert|0.01|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is water.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=]|access-date=December 19, 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120125061959/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|archive-date=January 25, 2012}}</ref> The lower ], also known as the ], runs through the east side of Pacific, between ] and ]. | ||
| ==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
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| |estref=<ref name="USCensusEstimate2019">{{cite web |date=May 2020 |title=Annual Estimates of the Resident Population for Incorporated Places in Washington: April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2019 |url=https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2010s-total-cities-and-towns.html |publisher=United States Census Bureau |access-date=May 27, 2020}}</ref> | |||
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| |footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|author=United States Census Bureau|author-link=United States Census Bureau|access-date=July 25, 2013}}</ref><br> |
|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|author=United States Census Bureau|author-link=United States Census Bureau|access-date=July 25, 2013}}</ref><br>2020 Census<ref name="2020 Census (City)"/> | ||
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| ===2010 census=== | ===2010 census=== | ||
| As of the ]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=]|access-date= |
As of the ]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=]|access-date=December 19, 2012}}</ref> of 2010, there were 6,606 people, 2,269 households, and 1,605 families living in the city. The ] was {{convert|2729.8|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 2,422 housing units at an average density of {{convert|1000.8|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The ] of the city was 69.2% White, 3.1% African American, 1.9% Native American, 9.0% Asian, 1.8% Pacific Islander, 8.5% from other races, and 6.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 15.1% of the population. | ||
| There were 2,269 households, of which 43.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.5% were ] living together, 15.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.3% were non-families. 20.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.32. | There were 2,269 households, of which 43.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.5% were ] living together, 15.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.3% were non-families. 20.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.32. | ||
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| | style="text-align:center; {{Party shading/Republican}}|46.14% ''1,334'' | | style="text-align:center; {{Party shading/Republican}}|46.14% ''1,334'' | ||
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| ==2009 flooding== | ==2009 flooding== | ||
| On January 8, 2009, the ] released water from Mud Mountain Dam into the White River. The action was done to relieve pressure in the reservoir, which had reached its capacity due to heavy rain that was causing flooding around the ] region.<ref>http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2008670738_floodplain26m.html</ref> A large amount of water was released very quickly, causing rapid and massive flooding in Pacific. Those affected had virtually no notice of the impending disaster. One of those affected by the flooding was noted local and international musician ], a founding member of ], who had recently moved to Pacific from ]. Miller lost virtually all of his possessions, including over forty years of memorabilia from his music career.<ref>John Larson, {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090807004431/http://www.tacomaweekly.com/article/2805/ |date=2009 |
On January 8, 2009, the ] released water from Mud Mountain Dam into the White River. The action was done to relieve pressure in the reservoir, which had reached its capacity due to heavy rain that was causing flooding around the ] region.<ref>http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2008670738_floodplain26m.html</ref> A large amount of water was released very quickly, causing rapid and massive flooding in Pacific. Those affected had virtually no notice of the impending disaster. One of those affected by the flooding was noted local and international musician ], a founding member of ], who had recently moved to Pacific from ]. Miller lost virtually all of his possessions, including over forty years of memorabilia from his music career.<ref>John Larson, {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090807004431/http://www.tacomaweekly.com/article/2805/ |date=August 7, 2009 }}; The ], February 5, 2009; www.tacomaweekly.com.</ref> Assistance to those affected by the flooding was provided by the ] (FEMA). | ||
| ==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 06:57, 16 May 2022
City in Washington, United States This article is about the city Pacific, Washington, in King and Pierce counties. For Pacific County, Washington, see Pacific County, Washington. City in Washington, United States| Pacific | |
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| City | |
 Pacific City Hall | |
 Location of Pacific, Washington within King County | |
| Coordinates: 47°15′48″N 122°14′52″W / 47.26333°N 122.24778°W / 47.26333; -122.24778 | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| Counties | King, Pierce |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–council |
| • Mayor | Leanne Guier |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.44 sq mi (6.31 km) |
| • Land | 2.42 sq mi (6.27 km) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km) |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 7,235 |
| • Density | 2,966.12/sq mi (1,145.35/km) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code | 98047 |
| Area code | 253 |
| FIPS code | 53-52495 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1512545 |
| Website | pacificwa.gov |
Pacific is a city in King and Pierce counties in the State of Washington. Located primarily in King County, the population was 7,235 at the 2020 census.
History
Pacific was platted on April 10, 1906, by real estate promoter Clarence Dayton Hillman as "C.D. Hillman's Pacific City Addition to the City of Seattle". The development would take advantage of the nearby Puget Sound Electric Railway, which provided connections to Seattle and Tacoma. It was officially incorporated as a town on August 10, 1909.
In 1995, it annexed a portion of unincorporated Pierce County.
Record-breaking rains in November 2006 pushed the White River over its river banks along Pacific City Park, creating a temporary 25-acre (100,000 m) lake.
In January 2009, release of stormwaters from the Mud Mountain Dam caused even greater flooding, inundating more than a hundred homes.
Geography
Pacific is located at 47°15′48″N 122°14′52″W / 47.26333°N 122.24778°W / 47.26333; -122.24778.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.43 square miles (6.29 km), of which, 2.42 square miles (6.27 km) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km) is water. The lower White River, also known as the Stuck River, runs through the east side of Pacific, between Auburn and Sumner.
Demographics
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 413 | — | |
| 1920 | 320 | −22.5% | |
| 1930 | 347 | 8.4% | |
| 1940 | 357 | 2.9% | |
| 1950 | 755 | 111.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,577 | 108.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,831 | 16.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,261 | 23.5% | |
| 1990 | 4,622 | 104.4% | |
| 2000 | 5,527 | 19.6% | |
| 2010 | 6,606 | 19.5% | |
| 2020 | 7,235 | 9.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census | |||
2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 6,606 people, 2,269 households, and 1,605 families living in the city. The population density was 2,729.8 inhabitants per square mile (1,054.0/km). There were 2,422 housing units at an average density of 1,000.8 per square mile (386.4/km). The racial makeup of the city was 69.2% White, 3.1% African American, 1.9% Native American, 9.0% Asian, 1.8% Pacific Islander, 8.5% from other races, and 6.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 15.1% of the population.
There were 2,269 households, of which 43.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.5% were married couples living together, 15.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.3% were non-families. 20.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.32.
The median age in the city was 32.8 years. 28.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.7% were from 25 to 44; 25.7% were from 45 to 64; and 7.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 5,527 people, 1,992 households, and 1,444 families living in the city. The population density was 2,158.1 people per square mile (833.6/km). There were 2,090 housing units at an average density of 816.1 per square mile (315.2/km). The racial makeup of the city was 85.38% White, 1.43% African American, 1.61% Native American, 4.72% Asian, 0.20% Pacific Islander, 2.95% from other races, and 3.71% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.48% of the population.
There were 1,992 households, out of which 44.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.5% were non-families. 19.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.77 and the average family size was 3.16.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.2% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 35.2% from 25 to 44, 18.7% from 45 to 64, and 5.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 women there were 99.4 men. For every 100 women age 18 and over, there were 98.9 men.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,673, and the median income for a family was $47,694. Males had a median income of $36,594 versus $28,301 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,228. About 7.9% of families and 10.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.4% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.
Government
| Year | Republican | Democratic | Third Parties |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 46.14% 1,334 | 50.85% 1,470 | 3.01% 87 |
The town has a mayor, city council and police department.
2009 flooding
On January 8, 2009, the Army Corps of Engineers released water from Mud Mountain Dam into the White River. The action was done to relieve pressure in the reservoir, which had reached its capacity due to heavy rain that was causing flooding around the Puget Sound region. A large amount of water was released very quickly, causing rapid and massive flooding in Pacific. Those affected had virtually no notice of the impending disaster. One of those affected by the flooding was noted local and international musician Jerry Miller, a founding member of Moby Grape, who had recently moved to Pacific from Tacoma. Miller lost virtually all of his possessions, including over forty years of memorabilia from his music career. Assistance to those affected by the flooding was provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
References
- "Mayor & City Council". City of Pacific. Retrieved March 29, 2022.
- "New mayor in troubled town of Pacific". The Olympian. July 12, 2013. Retrieved July 16, 2013.
- "Vote certified: Pacific Mayor Cy Sun recalled; new mayor to be named Thursday". July 9, 2013.
- "Archived copy". Archived from the original on July 8, 2014. Retrieved April 25, 2013.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
- ^ "2020 Census Redistricting Data (Public Law 94-171) Summary File". American FactFinder. United States Census Bureau. Retrieved May 16, 2022.
- "Pacific". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior.
- Holden Givens, Linda (December 29, 2015). "Pacific's incorporation as a town of the fourth class is approved on August 2, 1909". HistoryLink. Retrieved April 3, 2022.
- Kremer, Lisa (June 25, 1995). "Pacific, Auburn prepare to jump the county line". The News Tribune. p. B1. Retrieved April 3, 2022 – via Newspapers.com.
- "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
- "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 25, 2012. Retrieved December 19, 2012.
- United States Census Bureau. "Census of Population and Housing". Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved December 19, 2012.
- King County Elections
- Pacific ousts police chief, by Shawn Skager, Auburn Reporter Sports Reporter, May 30, 2012
- http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2008670738_floodplain26m.html
- John Larson, Friends and fans lend a hand to Jerry Miller Archived August 7, 2009, at the Wayback Machine; The Tacoma Weekly, February 5, 2009; www.tacomaweekly.com.
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