Spokane, Washington
Spokane: The second most populous city in Washington.
About
Spokane is a city located in the county of Spokane in the U.S. state of Washington. Its population at the 2010 census was 208,916. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 222,050 inhabitants.
The city was created 155 years ago in 1870.
Spokane is a city located in eastern Washington along the Spokane River. With over 220,000 residents, it is the second largest city in Washington.
History and Origins
Spokane was originally settled in the 1870s and grew into an important railroad hub and center of regional mining and agriculture.
Key historical facts:
- Founded in 1871 by James N. Glover as Spokane Falls
- Served as an important railroad town along the Northern Pacific Railway
- Hosted a World's Fair in 1974 exposing the city internationally
- Downtown revitalization occurred in the early 2000s
Economy and Major Industries
Major sectors today include healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, retail, and technology. Top employers are:
- Fairchild Air Force Base
- MultiCare Health System
- Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
- Spokane Public School District
Attractions and Things to Do
Popular sites include:
- Riverfront Park containing the iconic Spokane Falls
- Dozens of lakes and hiking trails nearby
- Historic Davenport Hotel and Montvale Hotel
- Martin Woldson Theater and the Spokane Symphony
- Several university campuses like Gonzaga and Whitworth
Spokane provides outdoor recreation, urban amenities, and history in eastern Washington.
Quick Facts about Spokane
| Population | 222,050 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Washington (United States) |
| County | Spokane County |
| Twitter username | SpokaneCity |
| Postal code | 99201–99220, 99260, 99299, 99223–99224, 99258, 99228, 99256, 99251–99252 |
| Phone Area Codes | 509 |
| Official name | Spokane |
| Latitude & Longitude | 47.6597,-117.4291 |
| Official language | English |
| Altitude | 1,844 feet / 562 meters |
| Capital city | Spokane is capital of Spokane County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1871 (155 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time Zone |
| Local time | 14:52:48 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 5.91% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 48℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Spokane is located at 47°39'35"N 117°25'45"W (47.6596600, -117.4290800).
Spokane map
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Weather
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Demographics
The population of Spokane increased by 5.91% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 202,900 | - | census |
| 2010 | 208,916 | 2.88% | census |
| 2011 | 209,042 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 209,304 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 210,036 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 211,095 | 0.5% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 212,545 | 0.68% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 215,191 | 1.23% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 217,415 | 1.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 219,332 | 0.87% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 222,081 | 1.24% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 222,050 | -0.01% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Spokane
1Riverfront Park
507 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201, United States View details
Phone: +15096256600 | Website available
2Spokane Tribal Gathering Place
353-367 N Post St, Spokane, WA 99256 View details
Where to Stay in Spokane
1Madison Inn by Riversage
15 W Rockwood Blvd, Spokane, WA 99204, United States View details
Phone: +15094744200 | Website available
2Hampton Inn & Suites Spokane Downtown-South
675 S McClellan St, Spokane, WA 99204, United States View details
Phone: +15098673676 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Spokane
1Spokane City Hall
808 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA 99201 View details
Phone: +15097552489 | Website available
2City of Spokane Street Department
901 N Nelson St, Spokane, WA 99202 View details
Phone: +15092328800 | Website available
3Spokane County Clerk
1116 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99260 View details
Phone: +15094772211 | Website available
4Spokane Fire Station 13
1118 W Wellesley Ave, Spokane, WA 99205 View details
Phone: +15096257113
5Spokane Parking Violations
1100 W Mallon Ave, Spokane, WA 99260 View details
Phone: +15096254410 | Website available
6Spokane Fire Department Station 7
1901 E 1st Ave, Spokane, WA 99202 View details
Phone: +15095347377
7Spokane City Building Permits
808 W Spokane Falls Blvd # 3, Spokane, WA 99201 View details
Phone: +15096256100 | Website available
8Spokane Fire Department Station 14
1807 S Ray St, Spokane, WA 99223 View details
Phone: +15096257114 | Website available
9Spokane Fire Department Station 17
5121 W Lowell Ave, Spokane, WA 99208 View details
Phone: +15096257117 | Website available
10Millwood City Hall
9103 E Frederick Ave, Spokane, WA 99206 View details
Phone: +15099240960 | Website available
People born in Spokane (200)
People born in Spokane, including politician George Nethercutt, athletics competitor Fortune Gordien, basketball player John Stockton, .
More notable people
- Susan Peters (actress (1921-1952)) she was born in 03/07/1921
- Julia Sweeney (American actress, author, comedian) she was born in 10/10/1959
- Raven Alexis (American movie actress) she was born in 26/01/1987
- Jess Walter (American writer) he was born in 20/07/1965
- Chuck Jones (American animated filmmaker and cartoonist (1912–2002)) he was born in 21/09/1912
- Craig T. Nelson (American actor) he was born in 04/04/1944
- Jimmy Rowles (American jazz pianist) he was born in 19/08/1918
- David Eddings (American novelist) he was born in 07/07/1931
- Paul Mokeski (American basketball player/coach) he was born in 03/01/1957
- Jordan Fry (American actor) he was born in 07/06/1993
- Megalyn Echikunwoke (American actress) she was born in 28/05/1983
- Carolyn Kizer (American poet) she was born in 10/12/1925
- Paul Johansson (American actor) he was born in 26/01/1964
- Amy LePeilbet (association football defender, 2015 NWSL Best XI Defender) she was born in 12/03/1982
- Karl Tunberg (American screenwriter) he was born in 11/03/1909
- Gale Page (American actress (1913-1983)) she was born in 29/07/1913
- Clifton James (American actor) he was born in 29/05/1920
- George Lynch (American musician) he was born in 28/09/1954
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Spokane, WA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235307 | Glen Dow Academy of Hair Design | Spokane (WA) | 99201 |
| 235316 | Gonzaga University | Spokane (WA) | 99258-0001 |
| 434362 | Northwest HVAC/R Training Center | Spokane (WA) | 99207 |
| 236708 | Spokane Falls Community College | Spokane (WA) | 99224-5288 |
| 236692 | Spokane Community College | Spokane (WA) | 99217-5399 |
Nearby Transit Stations (11)
Rail and bus stations connected to Spokane, WA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPK | Spokane Intermodal Center | 221 W. 1st Avenue | RAIL |
| DPK | Deer Park, WA | 822 South Main Street | BUS |
| LLK | Loon Lake, WA | State Highway 292 & Colville Road | BUS |
| CWL | Chewelah, WA | 10 West Colville Avenue | BUS |
| CFX | Colfax, Washington | 610 South Main St. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Spokane.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Riversid Post Office | Spokane (WA) | 99201 |
| Liberty Park Post Office | Spokane (WA) | 99202 |
| Man Post Office | Spokane (WA) | 99203 |
| Shadle Garland Post Office | Spokane (WA) | 99205 |
| Hays Park Post Office | Spokane (WA) | 99207 |
Other cities in Spokane County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Spokane County , WA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Spokane Valley | 102,893 | The most populous city in Spokane County, Washington. |
| Cheney | 12,930 | City in the U. |
| Liberty Lake | 11,430 | City in Spokane County, Washington, United States |
| Airway Heights | 9,618 | City in Spokane County, Washington, United States |
| Fairwood | 7,905 | Census designated place in King County, Washington |
| Country Homes | 5,841 | Census designated place |
| Medical Lake | 4,944 | City in Spokane County, Washington, United States |
| Deer Park | 4,449 | City in Spokane County, Washington, United States of America |
| Millwood | 1,801 | City in Spokane County, Washington, United States |
| Fairfield | 631 | Town in Washington state, United States |
| Rockford | 493 | City in Spokane County, Washington state |
| Spangle | 325 | City in Spokane County, Washington, United States |
| Latah | 187 | Human settlement in Spokane County, Washington, United States of America |
| Waverly | 110 | Town in Washington, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Spokane distances to largest Washington cities