Burien Washington Map

About Burien, Washington

Burien is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 51,513. The population density is 1974.2 people per km². Burien is located at 47.4704°N, 122.3468°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98146.

Burien spreads across the gentle slopes that lead down to the shimmering waters of Puget Sound, a place where the Pacific Northwest's characteristic evergreen scent mingles with the salty tang carried on the breeze. It lies 1.6 miles north-west of SeaTac, WA (from SeaTac, WA: bearing 315°T), and is situated 9.4 miles south of Seattle. The land here, soft and yielding, rolls towards the coastline, punctuated by stands of Douglas fir and alder that catch the diffused sunlight. Streets wind with an easy grace, lined by homes that reflect a practical, yet comfortable, spirit, their gardens blooming with rhododendrons and ferns. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, carries a damp coolness, a promise of the mist that often cloaks the water, lending a quiet, introspective mood to the landscape. The history of Burien is etched not in grand monuments, but in the enduring spirit of its people and the land they have cultivated. Once a region of fertile farmlands, its agricultural roots are still visible in the orchards that dot the periphery and the farmers markets that bring the bounty of the soil to its residents. The proximity to the airport, a significant economic engine, has shaped Burien into a nexus of commerce and transit, drawing a diverse population seeking both opportunity and the serene backdrop of its natural beauty. Along the waterfront, remnants of its past as a logging and maritime center can still be felt, a subtle reminder of the robust industries that once defined this stretch of shoreline. Even as it grows, Burien retains a distinct character, a blend of hardworking pragmatism and an appreciation for the quiet grandeur of the surrounding Puget Sound.

About This Burien Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Burien, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.470377, -122.346792. 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 Burien and King County.

Detailed location data for Burien includes the ZIP code (98166), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of King County (Seattle), and school district assignment (Highline 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 Burien is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.