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Kent Washington Map

Explore Kent, Washington, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Kent, Washington

How to Use This Kent, Washington Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Kent, Washington. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Washington or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Kent.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Kent
State	Washington (WA)
County	King County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	47.38797
Longitude	-122.212727
Population	136,588
Density	1562.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	98032, 98031, 98030, 98035, 98042
Area Code	206, 253
County Seat	Seattle
School District	Kent School District

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About Kent, Washington

Kent is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. With a population of 136,588, Kent is a major urban centre in Washington. The population density is 1562.6 people per km². Kent is located at 47.3880°N, 122.2127°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Kent is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 98032, 98031, 98030.

Kent occupies a landscape defined by the steady, persistent flow of the Green River, which cuts a vital path through the valley floor. It lies 3.7 miles northeast of Lakeland North, WA (from Lakeland North, WA: bearing 36°T), and is situated 7.1 miles south of Renton. The geography here is marked by a subtle transition from the low-lying plains toward the distant, jagged silhouette of the Cascade Range, which sits on the far horizon like a blue-grey promise. Sunlight often catches the moisture in the air, casting a soft, muted glow over the fields, while the nearby waters of Poverty Bay exert a gentle influence on the atmospheric pressure. Residents find quiet solace at Kherson Park, a small, meticulously maintained space that acts as a focal point for the neighborhood, standing in contrast to the wilder, wooded reaches of Tiger Mountain State Forest further to the east.

Development in Kent began with the arrival of settlers who recognized the fertility of the river valley, transforming the land into a productive center for agriculture. Over generations, the character of the settlement shifted from small-scale farming to a bustling intersection of transit and production, as the rails and roads followed the natural grade of the terrain. The history of Kent remains etched into the rhythm of the modern streets, where the legacy of early industry persists in the sturdy architecture of the older districts. Even as the pace of life accelerates, the memory of those first homesteaders who worked the soil near the Green River remains a quiet undercurrent in the daily experience of the people.

Economic vitality in Kent is driven by a diverse industrial base that takes full advantage of its logistical position near major transportation arteries. Large-scale warehouses and manufacturing facilities dominate the valley, providing a backbone for the local economy while drawing talent from nearby educational institutions. Infrastructure projects maintain the steady flow of goods and commuters, ensuring that Kent remains a functional hub for the broader region. The proximity to Lake Fenwick offers a singular point of recreation, where the stillness of the water provides a necessary counterpoint to the hum of heavy industry and the constant movement of freight that defines the industrial landscape.

Cultural life in Kent is shaped by a blend of athletic tradition and an appreciation for the outdoors, with many residents spending weekends traversing the Barnes Creek Nature Trail. The proximity to the coast allows for easy excursions toward Maury Island, where the salt air and the tides of Poverty Bay offer a change of perspective for the weekend traveler. While professional teams draw crowds to the larger venues in the region, the local spirit remains grounded in communal gatherings and seasonal festivals that celebrate the heritage of the valley. Though many famous figures have passed through or resided in the region, the true identity of Kent is found in the everyday persistence of its people, who live their lives against the backdrop of a landscape that is both industrious and profoundly quiet.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Mill Creek Earthworks Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 200° S
Blue Star Memorial By-Way (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 242° SW
Another Place, Another Time (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 239° SW
Triangle Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 199° S
Underworks (Public Artwork) — 0.7 mi, 234° SW
Unknown Park (Local Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 198° S
Saar's Pioneer Cemetery (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 349° N
Seattle Public Utilities Watersheds (Local Conservation Area) — 3.5 mi, 066° NE
Interim Computer Museum (Museum) — 4.5 mi, 339° N
Lower Green River (State Park) — 4.6 mi, 174° S
Saltwater (State Park) — 4.8 mi, 260° W
Kayak Rentals (Attraction) — 5.3 mi, 258° W
Auburn Avenue Theatre (Theatre) — 5.6 mi, 187° S
Mt Rainier Overlook (Viewpoint) — 5.8 mi, 162° S
Clock Tower Bell (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 222° SW
Bubbleator (Attraction) — 6.2 mi, 241° SW
Modest Fashion Boutique (Gallery) — 6.3 mi, 195° S
Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 6.5 mi, 001° N
Space Needle of Renton (Attraction) — 7.0 mi, 358° N
Railroad Car (Historic Ruins) — 7.3 mi, 307° NW
Lanback Auditorium (Theatre) — 7.7 mi, 035° NE
Larry Phillips Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 7.8 mi, 062° NE
Maple Valley Creative Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 7.9 mi, 087° E
Metzler Park (Nature Reserve) — 9.1 mi, 141° SE
Snoqualmie National Forest (National Forest) — 17.1 mi, 063° NE · 1.3M acres
Mount Rainier National Park (National Park) — 21.1 mi, 158° S · 236k acres

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