Fairwood Washington Map
Explore Fairwood, Washington, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Fairwood, Washington
| City | Fairwood |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.446754 |
| Longitude | -122.142916 |
| Population | 19,396 |
| Density | 1578.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 99218, 98058 |
| Area Code | 509, 206, 253 |
| County Seat | Seattle |
| School District | Kent School District |
About Fairwood, Washington
Fairwood is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 19,396. The population density is 1578.9 people per km². Fairwood is located at 47.4468°N, 122.1429°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP codes: 99218, 98058.Fairwood sustains a quiet dignity through its position within a landscape of gentle, verdant elevations and persistent, cooling rains. It lies 3.3 miles southwest of East Renton Highlands, WA (from East Renton Highlands, WA: bearing 220°T), and is situated 5.9 miles northeast of Kent. Molasses Creek carves a meditative path through the terrain, its waters reflecting the muted, silver light of the Pacific Northwest sky. To the east, the Cascade Range creates a jagged silhouette against the horizon, anchoring the region in a sense of geological permanence. Residents often look toward the distant, forested horizon, where the air remains crisp and heavy with the scent of pine. Lake Youngs rests only a short distance away, its stillness offering a sharp contrast to the deliberate pace of suburban life.
Fairwood emerged as a residential extension of the expanding regional economy, transitioning from its early rural roots into a landscape defined by comfortable dwellings and organized commerce. The local economy relies heavily on the professional corridors of the surrounding metropolitan area, where aerospace and technology sectors drive the rhythms of the daily commute. Many individuals find their livelihoods in these specialized industries, yet they return to Fairwood to seek a reprieve from the frenetic intensity of the workplace. The land itself, once shaped by agricultural labor, now serves as a quiet sanctuary for those who value the steady, predictable nature of modern suburban growth. This evolution has left the neighborhood with a character that favors privacy and the maintenance of a well-ordered, productive domestic life.
Fairwood possesses a cultural identity defined by its proximity to expansive green spaces and the egalitarian spirit of the local community. Renton Park serves as an essential gathering place for residents, providing a common ground where the pulse of the neighborhood can be felt in the simple activities of a Saturday afternoon. Those seeking a deeper immersion in the regional flora often venture toward the Barnes Creek Nature Trail, where the dense undergrowth and ancient ferns reveal the wilder side of the state. While the area lacks the clamor of a dense city center, it benefits from a collective appreciation for the surrounding woods and the quietude of the May Valley. It is a place where the passage of the seasons is marked by the shifting colors of the canopy rather than the arrival of notable public spectacles or the presence of famous figures.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Lake Youngs Park (Local Conservation Area) — 0.3 mi, 186° S
- Hitching Post Project (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 183° S
- Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 024° NE
- Seattle Public Utilities Watersheds (Local Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 124° SE
- Celebrating God's Favor (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 117° SE
- Maplewood Golf Course (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 347° N
- Lake Desire Public Access Area (State Recreation Area) — 1.6 mi, 090° E
- Lanback Auditorium (Theatre) — 2.5 mi, 028° NE
- Philip Arnold Park (Monument) — 3.0 mi, 306° NW
- Jimi Hendrix Memorial (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 332° NW
- Larry Phillips Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 3.7 mi, 097° E
- Hazen Auditorum (Theatre) — 3.8 mi, 354° N
- Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 4.0 mi, 307° NW
- Squak Mountain (State Park) — 4.6 mi, 059° NE
- Space Needle of Renton (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 310° NW
- Interim Computer Museum (Museum) — 4.9 mi, 272° W
- Far Country Lookout (Viewpoint) — 5.1 mi, 009° N
- Green House (Historic Ruins) — 5.6 mi, 045° NE
- Maple Valley Creative Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 5.9 mi, 129° SE
- Steam Hoist Foundation (Historic Ruins) — 5.9 mi, 007° N
- Fantastic Erratic (Attraction) — 6.5 mi, 027° NE
- Aquarium Room (Aquarium) — 7.5 mi, 040° NE
- Gilman Town Hall (Museum) — 7.6 mi, 042° NE
- Pickering Place (Attraction) — 8.4 mi, 031° NE
- Lower Green River (State Park) — 9.1 mi, 198° S
- Snoqualmie National Forest (National Forest) — 12.5 mi, 073° E · 1.3M acres
- Mount Rainier National Park (National Park) — 24.1 mi, 169° S · 236k acres
- Alpine Lakes Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 26.2 mi, 063° NE · 415k acres
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About This Fairwood Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fairwood, Washington. Coordinates: 47.446754, -122.142916. 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 Fairwood includes the ZIP code (99218, 98058), telephone area code (509, 206, 253), county seat of King County (Seattle), and school district assignment (Kent 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. |
