Aberdeen is a city in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States and is part of the Aberdeen micropolitan area in Grays Harbor County. It is about 110 miles southwest of Seattle and is best known as the hometown of musician Kurt Cobain and for its long history in the timber industry. The city also serves as a gateway to the Washington coast.
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Where is Aberdeen Located?
Aberdeen is a city located in Grays Harbor County, Washington, the United States. The city sits along the Chehalis River near Grays Harbor in southwestern Washington. It is approximately 45 miles (72 km) west of Olympia, 110 miles (177 km) southwest of Seattle, and about 130 miles (209 km) northwest of Portland, Oregon. Aberdeen is located at 46.9754° North latitude and 123.8157° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 17,013. It covers about 12.35 square miles (31.98 sq km). Aberdeen is widely recognized as the birthplace of Kurt Cobain and remains an important commercial center for Grays Harbor and nearby coastal communities.
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Aberdeen City Facts
| City | Aberdeen |
| State | Washington |
| County | Grays Harbor County |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Pacific Northwest |
| Incorporated | May 12, 1890 |
| Founded | 1884 |
| Total Area | 12.35 sq mi (31.98 sq km) |
| Land Area | 10.65 sq mi (27.58 sq km) |
| Water Area | 1.70 sq mi (4.40 sq km) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population (2023 estimate) | Approximately 16,900 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 17,013 |
| Population Density | About 1,600 people per sq mi |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time (PT) (UTC−8/UTC−7) |
| ZIP Codes | 98520, 98521 |
| Area Code | 360 |
| Major Highways | US Route 12, US Route 101, State Route 105 |
| Public Transit | Grays Harbor Transit |
| Major Attractions | Kurt Cobain Memorial Park, Grays Harbor Historical Seaport, Morrison Riverfront Park, Lake Sylvia State Park |
| Official Website | https://aberdeenwa.gov/ |
Distance from Aberdeen, WA to Nearby Cities
- Hoquiam, WA – 5 miles (8 km)
- Cosmopolis, WA – 4 miles (6 km)
- Montesano, WA – 12 miles (19 km)
- Westport, WA – 20 miles (32 km)
- Ocean Shores, WA – 22 miles (35 km)
- Elma, WA – 28 miles (45 km)
- McCleary, WA – 35 miles (56 km)
- Shelton, WA – 52 miles (84 km)
- Centralia, WA – 61 miles (98 km)
- Chehalis, WA – 65 miles (105 km)
- Olympia, WA – 45 miles (72 km)
- Tumwater, WA – 48 miles (77 km)
- Lacey, WA – 52 miles (84 km)
- Long Beach, WA – 70 miles (113 km)
- Kelso, WA – 84 miles (135 km)
- Longview, WA – 86 miles (138 km)
- Tacoma, WA – 88 miles (142 km)
- Seattle, WA – 110 miles (177 km)
- Vancouver, WA – 121 miles (195 km)
- Portland, OR – 130 miles (209 km)
Top Attractions in Aberdeen
- Kurt Cobain Memorial Park
- Grays Harbor Historical Seaport
- Morrison Riverfront Park
- Aberdeen Museum of History
- Wishkah River Walk
- Lake Sylvia State Park
- Westport Light State Park
- Ocean Shores Beach
- Friends Landing Park
- Driftwood Players Theater
Airports Near Aberdeen
- Bowerman Airport (HQM) – 7 miles (11 km)
- Olympia Regional Airport (OLM) – 61 miles (98 km)
- Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW) – 91 miles (146 km)
- Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) – 113 miles (182 km)
- Portland International Airport (PDX) – 135 miles (217 km)
Sources:
Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official Aberdeen City Website.
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