Fairwood Washington Map

About Fairwood, Washington

Fairwood is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 17,856. The population density is 1501.0 people per km². Fairwood is located at 47.4484°N, 122.1573°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98058.

Fairwood unfolds across rolling terrain, a subtle landscape where the dense, evergreen forests of the Pacific Northwest begin to yield to more open, manicured spaces. It lies 3.7 miles south-east of Renton, WA (from Renton, WA: bearing 130°T), and is situated 5.9 miles north-east of Kent. The air here carries a perpetual, clean scent of damp earth and pine needles, a constant reminder of the verdant embrace that surrounds the residential neighborhoods. Sunlight, when it breaks through the frequent cloud cover, often filters down in soft, diffused shafts, illuminating the moss-laden branches of fir and cedar trees that stand sentinel over quiet streets. The land itself possesses a gentle, undulating character, rising and falling with a quiet grace that belies the more dramatic geological forces that shaped the broader region. Originally part of a vast expanse of timberland, Fairwood’s development is intrinsically tied to the logging industry that once dominated this corner of King County, a history still whispered in the names of some of the older streets and the enduring presence of mature trees. The local economy, while diversified today, retains echoes of its agricultural past, with pockets of land still dedicated to orchards and small farms that add a rustic charm to the suburban sprawl. This particular locality is distinguished by its commitment to green spaces, with numerous parks and trails weaving through the neighborhoods, offering residents ample opportunity to connect with the natural beauty that defines Fairwood. The pace of life here is generally unhurried, a reflection of the serene environment and the quiet contentment of its inhabitants.

About This Fairwood Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Fairwood, 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 Fairwood and King County.

Detailed location data for Fairwood includes the ZIP code (99218), telephone area code (509, 206, 253), county seat of King County (Seattle), and school district assignment (Kent 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 Fairwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.