Seattle, Washington

Seattle: The eighteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Seattle metropolitan area. It is located on a narrow isthmus between Puget Sound and Lake Washington in northwestern Washington. Seattle is a major center for the technology industry and is home to the Space Needle.

About

Seattle is a city located in the county of King in the U.S. state of Washington. Its population at the 2010 census was 608,660 and a population density of 1,648 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 769,714 inhabitants.

The city was created 173 years ago in 1851.

Seattle is a major Pacific Northwest city located along Puget Sound in western Washington state. As of July 29, 2023, the population of Seattle is approximately 770,000. Here are some key facts about Seattle:

History

Seattle was founded in 1851 and developed as a logging town and shipping port. It saw rapid growth during the Klondike Gold Rush and as a shipbuilding center during WWII.

Geography

Seattle lies on an isthmus between Puget Sound and Lake Washington. The city is surrounded by water and mountains, including Mount Rainier.

Economy

Major companies founded in Seattle include Microsoft, Amazon, and Starbucks. Leading industries are technology, aerospace, maritime trade, and healthcare.

Culture & Entertainment

Seattle is known for its coffeehouses, indie music scene, and rainy weather. Popular attractions include the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and Seattle Aquarium.

Population

Greater Seattle has a highly educated, predominantly liberal population. There are significant Asian American and LGBT communities. It continues to attract young professionals.

In summary, Seattle is an influential global city and tech hub with a progressive culture focused on arts, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. It serves as the economic engine of the Pacific Northwest.

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Quick Facts about Seattle

Population :	769,714 (2020)
Country :	United States of America
State :	Washington (United States)
County :	King County
Twitter username :	CityofSeattle
Postal code :	98101
Phone Area Codes :	206
Area :	369.24 km²
Legislative body :	Seattle City Council
Named for :	Chief Seattle
Altitude :	66 feet / 20 meters
Capital city :	Seattle is capital of King County
Establishment :	November 11, 1851 (173 years ago)
Time Zone :	Pacific Time Zone, UTC−07:00, UTC−08:00
Local time :	22:55:37 (17th December 2024)
Density :	2,085 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth :	20.92% (2010-2020)

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Geography

Seattle is located at 47°36'22"N 122°19'55"W (47.6062100, -122.3320700). It has 4 neighbors: Bellevue, Lake Forest Park, Renton and Shoreline.

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Seattle has 4 neighbours.

Bellevue The most populous city in Washington. It is located across Lake Washington from Seattle. Bellevue is known for its many technology companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Microsoft campus and the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
Lake Forest Park city in King County, Washington, United States
Renton The second most populous city in King County, Washington. It is located in the Seattle metropolitan area. Renton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Renton Civic Center and the Renton Museum of History.
Shoreline town in Washington

Demographics

The population of Seattle increased by 20.92% in 10 years.

Year	Population	% Change	Method
2010	608,660	-	census
2011	622,694	2.25%	estimation process
2012	635,928	2.08%	estimation process
2013	653,588	2.7%	estimation process
2014	670,109	2.47%	estimation process
2015	687,386	2.51%	estimation process
2016	709,631	3.13%	estimation process
2017	728,661	2.61%	estimation process
2018	742,235	1.83%	estimation process
2019	753,675	1.52%	estimation process
2020	769,714	2.08%	estimation process

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Seattle zip code is 98101. County name: King, County fips: 53033

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Best Things to Do in Seattle

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Where ot Eat in Seattle

1 Cedarbrook Lodge

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5 Graduate Seattle

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Where to Stay in Seattle

1 Sheraton Grand Seattle

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2 The Westin Seattle

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3 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport

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5 Seattle Marriott Waterfront

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People born in Seattle (200)

People born in Seattle, including computer programmer Joe Ossanna, soccer player Marcus Hahnemann, jazz musician and singer Sara Gazarek, .

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Gary Kildall (American computer scientist and entrepreneur) he was born in 19/05/1942
Irving S. Reed (American mathematician) he was born in 12/11/1923
David Bradley (American academic) he was born in 04/01/1949
John Maeda (American artist and computer scientist) he was born in 01/01/1966
Herbert Morris (American rower) he was born in 16/07/1915
Robert Landsburg (American photographer) he was born in 13/11/1931
Paul G. Allen (American inventor, investor and philanthropist) he was born in 21/01/1953
Blu Mankuma (Canadian actor) he was born in 05/07/1948
Jack Turner (American racing) he was born in 12/02/1920
Steven Hill (American actor) he was born in 24/02/1922
Laird Koenig (American writer) he was born in 24/09/1927
Dylan Carlson (guitarist) he was born in 12/03/1968
Linda B. Buck (American biologist) she was born in 29/01/1947
Roger S. Bagnall (American historian) he was born in 19/08/1947
David M. Kennedy (American historian) he was born in 22/07/1941
Gail Devers (Athletics competitor, sprinter, hurdler) she was born in 19/11/1966
Zoa Sherburne (American writer) she was born in 30/09/1912
Tori Black (American movie actress) she was born in 26/08/1988

Schools in Seattle

College & universities near Seattle, WA

Code	Name	City	ZIP
484826	Tint School of Makeup & Cosmetology-Seattle	Seattle (WA)	98101-1596
235024	Cornish College of the Arts	Seattle (WA)	98121
236513	Seattle Central College	Seattle (WA)	98122
236595	Seattle University	Seattle (WA)	98122-4340
458131	Gary Manuel Aveda Institute	Seattle (WA)	98122

Stations (15)

Amtrak & bus stations near Seattle, WA

Code	Name	Address	Type
SEA	King Street Station	303 South Jackson Street	RAIL
SVF	Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington	2701 Alaskan Way	OTHER
TUK	Tukwila station	7301 South 158th St.	RAIL
EDM	Edmonds station	211 Railroad Ave.	RAIL
MEW	Monroe, Washington	118 North Lewis St., Suite 112	BUS

Post Office

Post offices near Seattle

Post Office Name	City	ZIP
Federal Post Office	Seattle (WA)	98104
Midtown Post Office	Seattle (WA)	98101
Seafir Post Office	Seattle (WA)	98154
International Post Office	Seattle (WA)	98104
Pioneer Squar Post Office	Seattle (WA)	98104

Other cities in King County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in King County , WA. (more)

City Name	Population	Title
Bellevue	148,073	The most populous city in Washington.
Kent	130,676	The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington.
Renton	101,494	The second most populous city in King County, Washington.
Federal Way	96,307	A city in King County, Washington.
Kirkland	95,431	A city in King County, Washington.
Auburn	81,024	The second most populous city in Pierce County, Washington.
Redmond	72,507	The second most populous city in King County, Washington.
Sammamish	65,960	Town
Shoreline	58,197	Town in Washington
Burien	51,268	Town in Washington, United States
Bothell	47,524	A city in King County, Washington.
Issaquah	39,681	A city in King County, Washington.
West Lake Sammamish	33,929	Census designated place
Des Moines	32,389	City in Washington
SeaTac	28,904	Airport in SeaTac, Washington, USA
Maple Valley	27,544	City in King County, Washington, United States