Fairwood Washington Map

About Fairwood, Washington

Fairwood is a locality in Spokane County, Washington, United States. Fairwood is located at 47.7668°N, 117.4174°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98058.

Fairwood unfolds across a landscape shaped by ancient geological forces, where rolling hills, softened by centuries of wind and weather, give way to the broad, fertile plains of the Palouse region. It lies 7.5 miles north of Spokane, WA (from Spokane, WA: bearing 3°T), and is situated 2.9 miles west of Mead. The very air here seems to hold a quiet resonance, carrying the scent of sun-baked earth and the distant murmur of wind through fields of grain. Great swathes of agriculture dominate the visual tapestry, punctuated by copses of trees that stand sentinel against the vast, open sky. In the late afternoon, the sun casts long, golden shadows, painting the land in hues of amber and ochre, a spectacle that lends Fairwood a profound sense of stillness. The story of Fairwood is inextricably linked to the land’s bounty and the enduring spirit of those who cultivate it. Originally settled by farmers drawn to the rich volcanic soil, the local economy has long been anchored in agriculture, with wheat and barley being primary crops that have sustained generations. This agricultural heritage is not merely an economic engine but a cultural bedrock, influencing the pace of life and the close-knit relationships among residents. While not a hub of industry, Fairwood's distinct character is defined by its connection to the earth, a quiet testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of its people, who continue to honor the traditions of the land.

About This Fairwood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fairwood, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.766836, -117.417442. 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 Spokane County.

Detailed location data for Fairwood includes the ZIP code (99218), telephone area code (509, 206, 253), county seat of Spokane County (Spokane), 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.