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Fife is a city in Pierce County, Washington, United States. The population was 4,784 at the 2000 census.

In 1940, it was described as "Fife...at a valley crossroads in the midst of a thickly settled berry growing and truck-gardening district is represented by a string of markets, taverns, shops, and a large, balloon-roofed dance hall along the highway." The 1940 population was 135. (Washington - A guide to the Evergreen State, WPA American Guide Series, Washington State Historical Society, 1941). Fife was officially incorporated on February 11, 1957.

It is a small city located east of Tacoma and consists primarily of businesses such as car dealerships and other highwayside businesses. Fife Heights, located on a hill beyond the incorporated bounds of the city, is a primarily residential area.

Fife is located at 47.234439, -122.359690.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 14.7 km² (5.7 mi²). 14.4 km² (5.6 mi²) of it is land and 0.2 km² (0.1 mi²) of it (1.59%) is water.

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