Blaine is a coastal city in northwestern Washington and part of the Bellingham metropolitan area. Located on the Canadian border in Whatcom County, it is about 22 miles north of Bellingham and sits beside the Strait of Georgia. The city is known for Peace Arch Park, its waterfront, and its important international border crossing with Canada.
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Where is Blaine Located?
Blaine is a city located in Whatcom County, Washington, the United States. It lies at the northern edge of Washington along the Canadian border, about 22 miles (35 km) north of Bellingham, 35 miles (56 km) south of Vancouver, British Columbia, and about 110 miles (177 km) north of Seattle. Blaine is located at 48.9947° North latitude and 122.7474° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 5,884. Blaine covers approximately 8.34 square miles (21.60 sq km). The city is best known for Peace Arch Park, which spans the United States-Canada border, and for the Peace Arch Border Crossing, one of the busiest land crossings between the two countries. Its location between the Pacific Northwest and southwestern British Columbia gives Blaine a distinctive international character.
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Blaine City Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Blaine |
| State | Washington |
| County | Whatcom County |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Northwestern Washington, Puget Sound |
| Incorporated | 1913 |
| Founded | 1884 |
| Total Area | 8.34 sq mi (21.60 sq km) |
| Land Area | 8.16 sq mi (21.13 sq km) |
| Water Area | 0.18 sq mi (0.47 sq km) |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Population (2023 estimate) | Approximately 6,000 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 5,884 |
| Population Density | About 721 people per sq mi |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time (PT) (UTC−8/UTC−7) |
| ZIP Codes | 98230 |
| Area Code | 360 |
| Major Highways | Interstate 5, Washington State Route 543, Peace Portal Drive |
| Public Transit | Whatcom Transportation Authority |
| Major Attractions | Peace Arch Park, Semiahmoo Bay, Blaine Marine Park, Drayton Harbor, Birch Bay State Park |
| Official Website | https://www.ci.blaine.wa.us/ |
Distance from Blaine, WA to Nearby Cities
- Birch Bay, WA – 8 miles (13 km)
- Ferndale, WA – 14 miles (23 km)
- Point Roberts, WA – 16 miles (26 km)
- Bellingham, WA – 22 miles (35 km)
- Sumas, WA – 25 miles (40 km)
- Lynden, WA – 18 miles (29 km)
- Abbotsford, BC – 24 miles (39 km)
- Chilliwack, BC – 38 miles (61 km)
- Vancouver, BC – 35 miles (56 km)
- Mount Vernon, WA – 52 miles (84 km)
- Burlington, WA – 48 miles (77 km)
- Anacortes, WA – 54 miles (87 km)
- La Conner, WA – 58 miles (93 km)
- Everett, WA – 90 miles (145 km)
- Whidbey Island, WA – 72 miles (116 km)
- Mount Vernon, WA – 52 miles (84 km)
- Seattle, WA – 110 miles (177 km)
- Victoria, BC – 75 miles (121 km)
- Olympia, WA – 173 miles (278 km)
- Wenatchee, WA – 174 miles (280 km)
Top Attractions in Blaine
- Peace Arch Park
- Peace Arch
- Semiahmoo Bay
- Blaine Marine Park
- Drayton Harbor
- Birch Bay State Park
- Semiahmoo Spit
- Blaine Harbor
- Marine Park Playground
- Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve
Airports Near Blaine
- Bellingham International Airport (BLI) – 22 miles
- Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) – 24 miles
- Vancouver International Airport (YVR) – 37 miles
- Orcas Island Airport (ESD) – 50 miles
- Paine Field (PAE) – 91 miles
Sources:
Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Blaine Website.
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