Edmonds Washington Map

About Edmonds, Washington

Edmonds is a locality in Snohomish County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 42,735. The population density is 1852.6 people per km². Edmonds is located at 47.8107°N, 122.3774°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98026.

Edmonds rests on the eastern shore of the Puget Sound, a saltwater inlet that shapes its very character. It lies 3.0 miles west-southwest of Lynnwood, WA (from Lynnwood, WA: bearing 256°T), and is situated 4.1 miles north-northwest of Shoreline. The water here is a constant presence, reflecting the ever-changing moods of the sky, from the soft, pearlescent light of a winter morning to the sharp, clear blue of a summer afternoon. Behind the town, the land rises gently, a verdant backdrop of evergreen trees that hint at the wilder forests further inland, while across the Sound, the distant, snow-capped peaks of the Olympic Mountains often form a hazy, majestic silhouette on the horizon. The air carries the clean, briny scent of the sea, mingling with the damp, earthy aroma of the surrounding woodlands, a sensory signature of this Pacific Northwest locale. Founded in the late 19th century, Edmonds grew from a small logging and fishing outpost into a vibrant community, its early days marked by the industry that drew settlers to its shores. The rich timber resources and abundant marine life provided the foundation for its initial economy, with sawmills and canneries humming with activity. Today, while echoes of that industrial past remain in the town's maritime feel, Edmonds has diversified, embracing a service-based economy with a strong emphasis on local businesses, arts, and a thriving retail sector. The daily ferry to Kingston serves as a vital artery, connecting Edmonds to the Kitsap Peninsula and fostering a sense of island-neighborliness, even on the mainland. The cultural character of Edmonds is one of quiet sophistication and a deep appreciation for its natural surroundings, fostering a creative and engaged populace. The Edmonds Center for the Arts stands as a notable landmark, a hub for performances and artistic expression, while the Edmonds Historical Museum preserves the narratives of those who have called this place home. Every summer, the Edmonds Arts Festival draws crowds eager to experience a diverse array of visual arts, and the lively Farmers Market offers a taste of local bounty and community spirit. While Edmonds has been home to many talented individuals, the town is perhaps most famously associated with the enduring legacy of artist and writer Morris Graves, whose profound connection to nature was deeply influenced by the Puget Sound landscape that surrounds Edmonds.

About This Edmonds Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Edmonds, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.810652, -122.377355. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Edmonds and Snohomish County.

Detailed location data for Edmonds includes the ZIP code (98020), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of Snohomish County (Everett), and school district assignment (Edmonds School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Edmonds is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.