Manchester Washington Map

About Manchester, Washington

Manchester is a locality in Kitsap County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,956. The population density is 794.8 people per km². Manchester is located at 47.5559°N, 122.5449°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98366.

Manchester rests along the western shore of Puget Sound, a quiet sentinel looking out towards the sinuous islands that dot the water. It lies 4.2 miles east of Bremerton, WA (from Bremerton, WA: bearing 101°T), and is situated 7.8 miles southeast of Kitsap. The air here often carries the briny scent of the Sound, mingling with the damp, earthy perfume of the nearby evergreen forests that climb towards the Olympic Mountains, their peaks often softened by a veil of persistent Pacific gray. The land itself slopes gently towards the water, a testament to the slow, insistent work of ancient glaciers, and in the distance, the colossal, snow-capped presence of Mount Rainier can sometimes be glimpsed on clear days, a benevolent giant presiding over the region. The light here, especially in the late afternoons of autumn, can take on a luminous, almost ethereal quality, bathing the water and the trees in a diffused, honeyed glow that feels both serene and profound. Manchester’s story is one of quiet settlement, its early days tied to the timber industry that once dominated the region, the tall firs yielding to the determined hands of loggers. Later, the rhythm of the place shifted, becoming more intertwined with the maritime life of Puget Sound, a haven for those who found solace and livelihood on its waters. The local economy, while not driven by large-scale industry, finds its strength in the steady pulse of small businesses and the enduring connection to the natural resources of the area, from the bounty of the Sound to the fertile soil supporting local agriculture further inland. The pace of life in Manchester retains a certain deliberateness, a gentle ebb and flow that mirrors the tides of the Sound, where grand pronouncements are less common than the quiet satisfaction of a day well-spent. The cultural character of Manchester is one of understated resilience and a deep appreciation for the surrounding natural beauty, a quiet pride that doesn't demand attention but is readily evident to those who linger. While grand monuments are absent, the shoreline itself serves as a natural landmark, its weathered driftwood and smooth, sea-worn stones telling their own silent stories. Local events tend to be community-focused, often centered around the changing seasons or the simple pleasure of gathering, like the informal summer potlucks that bring neighbors together under the vast, star-dusted sky. Though Manchester may not boast globally recognized figures, it fosters a strong sense of local identity, a place where the collective spirit of its residents forms the true, enduring landmark.

About This Manchester Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Manchester, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.55593, -122.544856. 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 Manchester and Kitsap County.

Detailed location data for Manchester includes the ZIP code (98366), telephone area code (425), county seat of Kitsap County (Port Orchard), and school district assignment (South Kitsap 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 Manchester is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.