Tacoma, United States: innovation profile

Tacoma is number 393 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 12. It is home to 2 R&D labs, 4 startups, 1 investor and 2 of the world's largest companies in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index. Last updated 7 October 2026.

Largest companies

• TrueBlue (#2430)
• Columbia Banking System, Inc. (#F263)

Startups

• Bellevue Beard Spa
• Eco-Shelter
• Medsense Health
• Stitch3D

Investors

• GQG Private Capital Solutions

R&D labs

Spectrum Research (United States), United States Geological Survey.