Bainbridge Island Washington Map

About Bainbridge Island, Washington

Bainbridge Island is a locality in Kitsap County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 24,631. The population density is 344.1 people per km². Bainbridge Island is located at 47.6262°N, 122.5212°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98110.

Bainbridge Island is a verdant emerald set against the steely embrace of Puget Sound. It lies 5.8 miles east-south-east of Kitsap, WA (from Kitsap, WA: bearing 105°T), and is situated 8.9 miles west of Seattle. Its slopes, softened by eons of glacial retreat, rise from the water's edge, cloaked in a dense, evergreen forest that whispers secrets on the salt-tinged breeze. Sunlight, when it breaks through the persistent Pacific Northwest clouds, filters down in shimmering shafts, illuminating moss-laden branches and the damp, rich earth below. The air carries a constant, subtle fragrance of pine needles and decaying leaves, a primal perfume that clings to everything. Along the shorelines, tide pools teem with miniature worlds, reflecting the vast, ever-changing sky, and the occasional weathered driftwood log lies like a forgotten sentinel. The island’s history is deeply entwined with the cedar and fir forests that once dominated its landscape, fueling a robust logging industry in its early days. Later, ferry service to the mainland fostered a growing population, transforming it into a bedroom community with a distinct character all its own. Now, a vibrant arts scene flourishes, a testament to the creative spirit drawn to the island's natural beauty and relative seclusion. Local farms still dot the rolling hills, their produce finding its way to bustling farmer's markets, a reminder of the agricultural roots that nourish Bainbridge Island. The rhythm of life here often feels dictated by the ebb and flow of the tides and the comforting familiarity of a community that cherishes its connection to the water and the land.

About This Bainbridge Island Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Bainbridge Island, 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 Bainbridge Island and Kitsap County.

Detailed location data for Bainbridge Island includes the ZIP code (98110), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of Kitsap County (Port Orchard), and school district assignment (Bainbridge Island 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 Bainbridge Island is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.