Anacortes, Washington
Anacortes: City in Washington, United States
About
Anacortes is a city located in the county of Skagit in the U.S. state of Washington. Its population at the 2010 census was 15,778 and a population density of 389 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 17,715 inhabitants.
The city was created 133 years ago in 1890.
Quick Facts about Anacortes
| Population : | 17,715 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Washington (United States) |
| County : | Skagit County |
| Postal code : | 98221 |
| Area : | 40.53 km2 |
| Altitude : | 23 feet / 7 meters |
| Capital city : | Anacortes is capital of Fidalgo Island |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1891 (133 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Pacific Time Zone, UTC−07:00, UTC−08:00 |
| Local time : | 03:49:39 (21st November 2024) |
| Density : | 437 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 10.93% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Anacortes is located at 48°30'45"N 122°36'46"W (48.5126000, -122.6126700).
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- Official Website
Official website of Anacortes
Demographics
The population of Anacortes increased by 10.93% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 15,778 | - | census |
| 2011 | 15,852 | 0.47% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 15,877 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 15,953 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 16,186 | 1.44% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 16,388 | 1.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 16,657 | 1.61% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 16,990 | 1.96% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 17,246 | 1.48% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 17,527 | 1.6% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 17,715 | 1.06% | estimation process |
Where ot Eat in Anacortes
1 Swinomish Casino & Lodge
12885 Casino Dr, Anacortes, WA 98221, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where to Stay in Anacortes
1 Majestic Inn & Spa
419 Commercial Ave, Anacortes, WA 98221, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Fidalgo Bay RV Resort, Cabins and Event Venue
4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd, Anacortes, WA 98221, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Ship Harbor Inn
5316 Ferry Terminal Rd, Anacortes, WA 98221, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Fidalgo Country Inn
7645 State Rte 20, Anacortes, WA 98221, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Islands Inn
3401 Commercial Ave, Anacortes, WA 98221, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Anacortes (11)
People born in Anacortes, including United States Army Medal of Honor recipient James Okubo, baseball player Charley Schanz, football coach Doug Scovil, .
List
- Eldon Davis (architect) he was born in 02/02/1917
- Jeff Morris (American politician) he was born in 24/02/1964
- Kathi McDonald (American singer) she was born in 25/09/1948
- Phil Elverum (American musician) he was born in 23/05/1978
- Violet Knights (American actress (1894-1973)) she was born in 15/05/1894
- Duane Berentson (American educator and politician) he was born in 22/11/1928
- Jake Anderson (American television personality) he was born in 16/09/1980
- Brent Wooten he was born in 01/01/1939
Schools in Anacortes
College & universities near Anacortes, WA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 236638 | Skagit Valley College | Mount Vernon (WA) | 98273 |
Stations (9)
Amtrak & bus stations near Anacortes, WA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MVW | Skagit Transportation Center | 105 East Kincaid St. | RAIL |
| BEL | Bellingham station | 401 Harris Avenue | RAIL |
| STW | Stanwood station | 27111 Florence Way | RAIL |
| EVR | Everett Station | 3201 Smith Ave. | RAIL |
| EDM | Edmonds station | 211 Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
Post offices near Anacortes
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Anacor Post Office | Anacortes (WA) | 98221 |
Other cities in Skagit County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Skagit County , WA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon | 36,336 | City in Skagit County, Washington, United States |
| Sedro-Woolley | 12,182 | City in Washington, United States |
| Burlington | 9,543 | City in Skagit County, Washington, United States |
| La Conner | 958 | Town of the United States |
| Concrete | 743 | Town in Skagit County, Washington, United States |
| Lyman | 475 | Human settlement in Skagit County, Washington, United States of America |
| Hamilton | 310 | Town in Skagit County, Washington, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Anacortes distances to largest Washington cities
