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Snohomish County, Washington has major urban centers, historic villages, rural retreats and seaside ports; each of which has its own scenic beauty and a multitude of attractions for visitors.
Snohomish County Map (Click on Any City)
Aerial view of Snohomish County
Snohomish County Facts
Highest Point: Glacier Peak, the hidden volcano, at 10,541 feet
Lowest Point: Sea level along the shore of Puget Sound
Population: 671,800
County Seat: Everett
Major urban centers: Edmonds, Everett, Lynnwood, Marysville
Weather: National Weather Forecast Service 206-526-6087
24 Hour Seattle Times Info Line 206-464-2000 enter code 9900 for weather information
Pass Conditions and Traffic info 206-368-4499
WA State Dept of Transportation
Area Codes: 360, 425
Sales Tax: 8.6% - 8.9% Snohomish County Major Cities & Communities
Snohomish County Profile
Snohomish County (Courthouse, Executive Offices)
3000 Rockefeller, Ave., Everett, WA 98201
Main: 425-388-3411 or 1-800-562-4367, TTY 425-388-3700
http://www1.co.snohomish.wa.us/
Location
Snohomish County is located on Puget Sound, between Skagit County to the north and King County (and Seattle) to the south. Covering 2,090 square miles, it is the 13th largest county in total land area in Washington.
Snohomish County’s varied topography ranges from saltwater beaches, rolling hills and rich river bottom farmlands in the west to dense forest and alpine wilderness in the mountainous east. Glacier Peak, at 10,541 feet, is the highest point in Snohomish County and one of the highest in Washington State. Sixty-eight percent of the county land area is forest land, 18% is rural, 9% is urban/city and 5% is agricultural.
Climate
Snohomish County enjoys a moderate year-round climate, with average temperatures ranging from about 75°F in July to about 33°F in January. The Olympic Mountains to the west, across Puget Sound, shelter the area from excessive precipitation coming off the Pacific Ocean. Annual precipitation in the western part of the county is 35 inches, but increases sharply as the elevation climbs into the Cascades Mountains (Index, 110"-120").
More Information
For more information on population, growth rate, number of building permits, forecasts, unemployment rate, number of jobs, minority and racial makeup, see County Demographics page.
Other Links
County Statistics
County Resource Maps
County Services
County History
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