Kirkland, Washington

Kirkland: A city in King County, Washington. It is located on the eastern shore of Lake Washington in northeastern Washington. Kirkland is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Arts and the Kirkland Public Library.

About

Kirkland is a city located in the county of King in the U.S. state of Washington. Its population at the 2010 census was 48,787. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 95,431 inhabitants.

The city was created 136 years ago in 1887.

Kirkland is a city located along the eastern shore of Lake Washington in King County, Washington.

The land was first settled by Native Americans, followed by pioneers who arrived in the 1870s. Logging was an early industry in the area.

Kirkland was founded by residents Peter and Mary Kirk in 1888 when they purchased land and named the settlement after their family. It grew as a small frontier community.

In 1905, Kirkland was officially incorporated as a township with about 300 residents. It remained a small town for much of the 20th century.

Kirkland Today

In recent decades, Kirkland has become a rapidly growing edge city in the Seattle metro area.

The population now exceeds 95,000 residents, with major companies like Google establishing offices in Kirkland. It is a vibrant community on Lake Washington.

Popular attractions include the Kirkland Waterfront, Heritage Park, the Peter Kirk Park, and the many water activities offered by the lakefront.

Conclusion

Kirkland transformed from a remote mill town to a bustling Seattle suburb within a century. Its early pioneers, official incorporation, and recent growth as a tech hub represent major milestones. Kirkland honors its past while looking to the future as an innovative community.

Kirkland locator map
Location of Kirkland on Washington map.

Quick Facts about Kirkland

Population : 95,431 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Washington (United States)
County : King County
Postal code : 98083, 98034, 98033
Phone Area Codes : 425
Named for : Peter Kirk
Altitude : 1,640 feet / 500, 152 meters
Establishment : January 01, 1888 (136 years ago)
Time Zone : UTC−08:00, Pacific Time Zone
Local time : 20:50:02 (18th March 2024)
Population growth : 48.88% (2010-2020)
Aerial Kirkland Washington November 2011 image
Aerial Kirkland Washington November 2011
Aerial Kirkland Washington November 2011 image

Geography

Kirkland is located at 47°40'53"N 122°12'31"W (47.6814900, -122.2087400). It has 2 neighbors: Bothell and Redmond.

Kirkland map

Kirkland has 2 neighbours.

  • Bothell A city in King County, Washington. It is located in the Seattle metropolitan area. Bothell is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Bothell Historical Society and the Bothell Arts
  • Redmond The second most populous city in King County, Washington. It is located on the Sammamish River in the Seattle metropolitan area. Redmond is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Microsoft campus and the Redmond Arts Center.

Demographics

The population of Kirkland increased by 48.88% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 48,787 - census
2011 82,036 40.53% estimation process
2012 83,358 1.59% estimation process
2013 84,455 1.3% estimation process
2014 85,971 1.76% estimation process
2015 87,312 1.54% estimation process
2016 87,990 0.77% estimation process
2017 89,010 1.15% estimation process
2018 89,909 1% estimation process
2019 93,010 3.33% estimation process
2020 95,431 2.54% estimation process

Kirkland zip code is 98033. County name: King, County fips: 53033

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People born in Kirkland (26)

People born in Kirkland, including rock singer and songwriter Layne Staley, cyclist Jennie Reed, professional golfer JoAnne Carner, .

List

  • Micah Downs (American basketball player) he was born in 08/09/1986
  • Dorothy Anstett (American model) she was born in 01/01/1948
  • Erika Krievins (American actress) she was born in 09/02/1984
  • Justin Manao (footballer) he was born in 25/03/1993
  • Michael O'Hearn (American Actor , Trainer and Bodybuilder) he was born in 26/01/1969
  • Sabrina Krievins (American actress) she was born in 09/02/1984
  • Del Bates (American baseball player) he was born in 12/06/1940
  • Don Kardong (American long-distance runner and journalist) he was born in 22/12/1948
  • Duke Welker (American baseball player) he was born in 10/02/1986
  • Elizabeth McCagg (American rower) she was born in 29/04/1967
  • Mary McCagg (American rower) she was born in 29/04/1967
  • Taylor Mueller (Professional soccer player) he was born in 20/09/1988
  • Thomas Neir (American businessman)
  • Tobey Butler (racecar driver) he was born in 23/12/1959
  • Tom Evans (American baseball player) he was born in 09/07/1974
  • Joe Fitzgibbon (State Representative,, 34th District, Burien) he was born in 27/08/1986
  • Monica Foster (American movie actress) she was born in 07/01/1979
  • Cal Towey (American baseball player) he was born in 06/02/1990

Schools in Kirkland

College & universities near Kirkland, WA

Code Name City ZIP
487603 Northwest University-College of Adult and Professional Studies Kirkland (WA) 98033
236133 Northwest University Kirkland (WA) 98083-0579
235699 Lake Washington Institute of Technology Kirkland (WA) 98034-8506
443410 DigiPen Institute of Technology Redmond (WA) 98052
235547 Bastyr University Kenmore (WA) 98028-4966

Stations (17)

Amtrak & bus stations near Kirkland, WA

Code Name Address Type
SVF Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington 2701 Alaskan Way OTHER
SEA King Street Station 303 South Jackson Street RAIL
EDM Edmonds station 211 Railroad Ave. RAIL
TUK Tukwila station 7301 South 158th St. RAIL
MEE Monroe (Eastbound), WA 19746 US Highway 2 BUS

Post offices near Kirkland

Post Office Name City ZIP
Kirkland Post Office Kirkland (WA) 98033
Wedgwood Post Office Seattle (WA) 98115
Bellevu Post Office Bellevue (WA) 98005
Bellevue Way Carrier Annex Post Office Bellevue (WA) 98004
Medina Post Office Medina (WA) 98039

Other places with the same name (4)

Other cities in King County

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

City Name Population Title
Seattle 769,714 The eighteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Seattle metropolitan area.
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.
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

Distance to Other Cities

Kirkland distances to largest Washington cities