Algona
Algona is located in the south of King County, close to the Pierce County border. Incorporated in 1955, the city has a total land area of 837 acres. Algona features a noted wetland, home to herons and other wildlife.
Algona was incorporated in 1955 with a total land area of 837 acres. Algona grew in both population and businesses in the 1980s with the establishment of the Algona Economic Development Corporation, responsible for obtaining tax-exempt financing for businesses that create environmentally clean industries. In addition, about 90 acres of the 400 acre Business Park in Auburn is located in Algona. Algona also features a noted wetland, which is the home to herons and other wildlife.
City information: (253) 833-2897
| Total Population |
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Population |
| 2002 |
2,525 |
| 2000 |
2,460 |
| 1999 |
2,220 |
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| 2000 |
$50,833.00 |
| 1990 |
$32,798.00 |
| Median House Sales Price |
| 1990 |
$72,300.00 |
| 2000 |
$136,000.00 |
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Median Rental Cost
(Two Bedroom) |
| 1990 |
$403.00 |
| 2000 |
$781.00 |
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| HOUSING TOTALS |
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Single-Family |
Multi-Family |
Total |
| # of Units (2001) |
818 |
61 |
879 |
| New Residential (2001) |
8 |
4 |
12 |
| Breakdown by Age (2000 Census) |
| 0 – 17 |
31% |
| 18 – 64 |
63% |
| 65+ |
6% |
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| Ethnic Distribution (2000 Census) |
| White or other |
82.0% |
| Asian |
6.0% |
| Hispanic |
6.0% |
| African American |
1.0% |
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| Major Businesses |
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| ACCDUCT |
Available Hardware |
| Boeing |
Dyna Craft |
| Peter Pan Seafood |
Proficient Foods |
| SCS Industries |
TARCO |
| Tilton Truss |
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