Gig Harbor has continued to grow in the past few years, not only in the hearts of its community but also in population numbers. In that time, it’s pushed well past a population of over 13,000 as of 2025.

The Gig Harbor real estate market remains robust, outstripping the 2025 regional averages by almost double. If you are interested in the housing market in Gig Harbor for any reason, discovering the reasons for this will feed into your buying strategies.