Gig Harbor is the name of both a bay on Puget Sound and a city on its shore in Pierce County, Washington, United States. The population was 7,126 at the 2010 census.
Gig Harbor is one of several cities and towns that claim to be "the gateway to the Olympic Peninsula". Due to its close access to several state and city parks, and historic waterfront that includes boutiques and fine dining, it has become a popular tourist destination. Gig Harbor is located along State Route 16, about six miles (10 km) from its origin at Interstate 5, over the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. A $1.2 billion project to add a second span to the bridge was completed in 2007. From Gig Harbor, Tacoma can be reached in just under 20 minutes and Seattle in just under an hour.
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No senior centers, only younger clothing stores, and super high rental costs.
The Gig Harbor has many retirement communities and care communities. It also has planned communities, then right down the road there are farms and homes with acreage. It has a hospital and major retailers, but also has and a beautiful harbor with unique shops and restaurants. There is a trolly that takes people around to the shopping and restaurants.
Alot ot retirees and great Pacific NW location
Trolley around town in summer. Interstellar classes at Tacoma Community College.
I did social work as a volunteer for 20 years.