Arlington Washington Map

About Arlington, Washington

Arlington is a locality in Snohomish County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 19,868. The population density is 781.6 people per km². Arlington is located at 48.1704°N, 122.1446°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Arlington is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 98223.

Arlington occupies a quiet expanse of land where the South Fork Stillaguamish River carves a path through the lowlands. It lies 4.2 miles northeast of Smokey Point, WA (from Smokey Point, WA: bearing 40°T), and is situated 8.2 miles east-northeast of Lake Goodwin. The air here holds a consistent, damp weight, carrying the scent of pine and rich earth toward the distant, hazy silhouette of the Cascade Range. To the east, the terrain rises in muted gradients, while the flat plains surrounding the riverbed provide a sturdy foundation for the local geography. Residents often look toward the horizon, where the jagged presence of the Cascade Range anchors the view against the pale, shifting sky. Those seeking to traverse the landscape might find their way toward the Alexander Trail, a route that winds through the surrounding woods.

Arlington grew from the simple needs of timber harvesting and agriculture, evolving into a place where the rhythm of manual labor defined the early days. The local economy maintains this industrious spirit, shifting from the primary extraction of lumber to a diverse mix of manufacturing and small-scale enterprise. Throughout the decades, the town has preserved a sense of self-reliance, keeping its focus on the steady output of its workshops and fields. The proximity of The Island provides a unique basin that has historically influenced how the settlers organized their land and livelihoods. Even as modern commerce changes the pace of daily life, the fundamental character of the labor force remains rooted in the practical application of skill and effort.

Arlington fosters a cultural identity that prizes neighborly cooperation, often gathering at Centennial Park to mark the passing of seasons. This central space serves as a common ground for the community, where the local light at dusk turns the foliage a deep, contemplative green. While the town remains modest in its public profile, it maintains a quiet dignity that avoids the clamor of larger metropolitan centers. Visitors might spend an afternoon wandering near Lake Goodwin, finding a stillness that is increasingly rare in the wider world. The local atmosphere is defined by this unassuming posture, a place where the daily movement of people is governed by the simple, recurring patterns of the inland landscape.

About This Arlington Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Arlington, Washington. Coordinates: 48.170372, -122.144553. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Arlington includes the ZIP code (98223), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of Snohomish County (Everett), and school district assignment (Arlington School District).

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Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.