Auburn Washington Map

About Auburn, Washington

Auburn is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 85,676. The population density is 1115.6 people per km². Auburn is located at 47.3073°N, 122.2285°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98001.

Auburn rests in a broad, fertile valley, a place where the fertile earth spills down from the foothills and meets the meandering paths of the White River. It lies 4.1 miles east-south-east of Federal Way, WA (from Federal Way, WA: bearing 105°T), and is situated 5.1 miles south of Kent. Evergreen slopes climb towards the sky on its eastern flanks, their dense canopy a deep emerald against the often-grey Pacific Northwest heavens. The air here carries a damp, earthy scent, a constant reminder of the rich soil and the frequent, soft rains that nourish the land. Down in the valley floor, the terrain unfurls with a quiet generosity, offering wide vistas of agricultural fields and the spreading fingers of suburban development. The sunlight, when it breaks through the clouds, has a particular softness, an almost liquid quality that seems to pool in the hollows and glint off the wet asphalt of the roads. The history of Auburn is deeply entwined with the bounty of the land and the industrious spirit of its people. Once a vital hub for logging and agriculture, its economy has diversified over the decades, embracing manufacturing, retail, and a growing service sector. The legacy of its agricultural past lingers in the open spaces and the occasional farm stand, a quiet counterpoint to the modern conveniences. The city's character reflects this blend of old and new, a place that holds onto its roots while readily embracing progress. The Puyallup Indian Tribe has long called this region home, their ancestral lands shaping the very essence of the valley. Auburn is also known for its vibrant fairgrounds, a gathering place that draws crowds from across the region for its annual events, a testament to the community's enduring spirit of celebration.

About This Auburn Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Auburn, Washington with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Auburn and King County.

Detailed location data for Auburn includes the ZIP code (98002), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of King County (Seattle), and school district assignment (Auburn 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 Auburn is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.