Sunset Hill Washington Map

About Sunset Hill, Washington

Sunset Hill is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,200. The population density is 2800.0 people per km². Sunset Hill is located at 47.6757°N, 122.3985°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98117.

Sunset Hill rests in a gentle fold of the land, where the eastern edge of the Cascade foothills begins to soften into drier terrain. It lies 5.3 miles northwest of Stevens, WA (from Stevens, WA: bearing 307°T), and is situated 5.7 miles north-northwest of Seattle. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, often carries the faint, sweet scent of sun-baked pine needles and dry grasses, a departure from the damp, evergreen air of the western slopes. The sky above Sunset Hill can be an immense canvas, particularly during the autumn months, when the long, literate PNW gray gives way to astonishingly clear days, revealing distant, snow-capped peaks that stand like silent sentinels on the horizon. The land itself, a mosaic of muted greens and ochres, slopes toward unseen valleys, hinting at the hidden rivers that feed the agricultural heartlands further east. The history of Sunset Hill is one of quiet persistence, a story told in weathered barns and the enduring spirit of those who first cultivated this ground. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of fertile soil and a cooler climate than the true eastern plains, established a community that learned to live in concert with the seasons, their livelihoods tied to the land's bounty. The local economy, while diversifying, still retains a deep connection to agriculture; orchards of apples and pears, their branches heavy with fruit in the fall, are a common sight, and the surrounding area is known for its quality wines. Small businesses, many family-run for generations, form the backbone of Sunset Hill's commerce, fostering a sense of shared endeavor and mutual reliance. The cultural character of Sunset Hill is one of unpretentious warmth and a deep appreciation for the natural world that surrounds it. Folks here tend to value a neighborly spirit, where a helping hand is readily offered and conversations often begin with the weather or the condition of the crops. While there are no colossal monuments, the old town square, with its sturdy brick buildings and the ever-present scent of coffee from the local café, serves as a gentle focal point. The annual harvest festival, a true celebration of the land's gifts, brings the community together with music, local crafts, and an abundance of freshly grown produce. Though no globally recognized figures hail directly from Sunset Hill, the town has nurtured its own share of respected artists and writers, their work often reflecting the quiet beauty and enduring spirit of the place they call home.

About This Sunset Hill Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Sunset Hill, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.675653, -122.398463. 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 Sunset Hill and King County.

Detailed location data for Sunset Hill includes the ZIP code (98117), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of King County (Seattle), and school district assignment. 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 Sunset Hill is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.