Where is Kirkland Located? - Kirkland is a city located in the King County of Washington, United States. Kirkland lies between 37.1752607 Degrees North latitudes and 113.2899484 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Kirkland Located?
Kirkland is a city located in the King County of Washington, United States. Kirkland lies between 37.1752607 Degrees North latitudes and 113.2899484 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Kirkland city is 92175 people and the city has a total area of 17.81 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Kirkland, Washington Quick Facts
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Kirkland |
| County | King County |
| State | Washington |
| State Capital | Olympia |
| US Region | Pacific Northwest |
| Latitude | 47.6815° N |
| Longitude | 122.2087° W |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Land Area | 17.82 sq mi |
| Water Area | 1.38 sq mi |
| Total Area | 19.20 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 92,175 |
| Population Density | Approximately 5,173 per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 98033, 98034, 98083 |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Time Zone Standard | Pacific Standard Time (PST, UTC−8) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC−7) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 53-35915 |
| Congressional District | Washington's 1st Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Kirkland
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Seattle–Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | SEA |
| Port | Port of Seattle (regional) |
| Major Highways | Interstate 405, Washington State Route 520, Washington State Route 908 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | Nearest Amtrak station: Seattle King Street Station |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | King County Metro Transit, Sound Transit |
- Interstate 405: Primary north-south freeway connecting Kirkland with Bellevue, Renton, Bothell, and Lynnwood.
- Washington State Route 520: Provides direct access across Lake Washington to Seattle via the Evergreen Point Floating Bridge.
- Washington State Route 908: Serves central Kirkland and connects local business districts with Interstate 405.
Top Places to Visit in Kirkland, Washington
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Juanita Beach Park | Beach Park |
| Marina Park | Waterfront Park |
| Peter Kirk Park | Community Park |
| Cross Kirkland Corridor | Multi-use Trail |
| Kirkland Arts Center | Arts Center |
| Heritage Hall | History Museum |
| Bridle Trails State Park | State Park |
| Totem Lake Park | Nature Park |
| Carillon Point | Waterfront Destination |
| Google Kirkland Campus | Technology Campus |
Driving Distances from Kirkland, Washington to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | Washington | 6 | 15 minutes |
| Redmond | Washington | 5 | 10 minutes |
| Bothell | Washington | 8 | 15 minutes |
| Seattle | Washington | 11 | 20 minutes |
| Renton | Washington | 12 | 20 minutes |
| Mercer Island | Washington | 12 | 20 minutes |
| Lynnwood | Washington | 17 | 25 minutes |
| Everett | Washington | 28 | 35 minutes |
| Tacoma | Washington | 39 | 45 minutes |
| Olympia | Washington | 67 | 1 hour 15 minutes |
Colleges and Universities in Kirkland, Washington
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Washington Institute of Technology | Public | Technical College | Applied bachelor's degrees, technical education, and workforce training |
| Bastyr University | Private | University | Natural health sciences and integrative medicine |
| University of Washington – Bothell | Public | University | Business, STEM, and interdisciplinary programs |
| Northwest University | Private | University | Liberal arts, business, and ministry programs |
| Lake Washington School District | Public | K–12 District | Public education serving Kirkland and neighboring communities |
Waterbodies in Kirkland, Washington
Lake Washington, Juanita Bay, Forbes Creek, Yarrow Creek, Denny Creek, Totem Lake, Juanita Creek, Sammamish River (nearby)
Stadiums in Kirkland
Peter Kirk Park Sports Fields, Juanita High School Stadium, Lake Washington High School Stadium, Kirkland Municipal Golf Course, Pop Keeney Stadium (nearby)
Kirkland, Washington — Key Historical Facts
- Kirkland was founded in 1888 by British entrepreneur Peter Kirk, who envisioned the city as a major steel manufacturing center on the eastern shore of Lake Washington.
- Although the planned steel industry never fully developed, Kirkland grew into a thriving waterfront community supported by shipbuilding, commerce, and agriculture.
- The construction of the Lake Washington Floating Bridge and regional highway network strengthened Kirkland's connections with Seattle and accelerated suburban growth after World War II.
- In 2011, Kirkland expanded significantly by annexing much of the former North Juanita, Finn Hill, and Kingsgate communities, increasing both its population and land area.
- Today, Kirkland is recognized for its vibrant downtown waterfront, technology industry presence, parks, and high quality of life within the Seattle metropolitan area.
References
- City of Kirkland
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Lake Washington Institute of Technology
- HistoryLink
- Visit Kirkland
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