Explore Bothell West, Washington, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Bothell West |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.8056 |
| Longitude | -122.2401 |
| Population | 22,015 |
| Density | 2049.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 98021 |
| Area Code | 206, 253 |
| County Seat | Everett |
| School District | Northshore School District |
Bothell West remains a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of damp earth and the subtle, shifting light that filters through the evergreen canopy. It lies 2.3 miles east-southeast of Alderwood Manor, WA (from Alderwood Manor, WA: bearing 120°T), and is situated 8.7 miles north of Kirkland. The ground rises in gentle slopes, cradling the waters of Elder Reservoir, which sits barely a mile from the residential core. Nearby, the rhythmic pulse of Swamp Creek carves a path through the dense, verdant undergrowth that characterizes this lowland terrain. On the distant horizon, the jagged silhouette of the Cascade Range provides a permanent, silent boundary to the eastern sky. Though the salt-tinged air of Browns Bay drifts in from five miles away, the immediate surroundings favor the quiet introspection of inland woods and marshy basins.
Bothell West emerged from the timber-rich potential of the Pacific Northwest, drawing early settlers who sought to tame the dense cedar and fir forests. The local economy transitioned from these foundational wood-harvesting roots into a modern hub of technological enterprise and knowledge-based labor. Specialized industries thrive here, supported by an infrastructure that favors precision and connectivity over the heavy manufacturing of previous decades. Throughout the years, the region has maintained a steady, purposeful industriousness that mirrors the reliable flow of local water systems. Even the distant, atmospheric pull of Lunds Gulch serves as a reminder of the geological history that once dictated the movement of both people and goods.
Bothell West cultivates a cultural character defined by a profound, literate stillness and a respect for the natural world that persists despite rapid growth. Residents find respite in the quiet greenery of Logan Parks, where the canopy softens the sound of modern life into something more manageable. Those seeking movement often venture toward the Burke Gilman Trail, a vital artery that connects the local population to the wider regional geography. While the area remains largely residential, it has fostered a climate where innovation is encouraged and the pace of life remains deliberate. Famous individuals like the acclaimed author Tom Robbins have spent time within the broader region, adding a layer of creative resonance to the local sensibility that lingers like the morning mist.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Bothell West, Washington. Coordinates: 47.8056, -122.2401. 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 Bothell West includes the ZIP code (98021), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of Snohomish County (Everett), and school district assignment (Northshore School District).
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.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |