Keyport Washington Map

About Keyport, Washington

Keyport is a locality in Kitsap County, Washington, United States. It is a small community with a population of 221. The population density is 210.0 people per km². Keyport is located at 47.7020°N, 122.6210°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98345.

Keyport rests on the eastern shore of Kitsap Peninsula, a place where the evergreen forests tumble down to meet the saltwater embrace of Puget Sound. It lies 3.9 miles north-north-east of Kitsap, WA (from Kitsap, WA: bearing 14°T), and is situated 9.3 miles north of Bremerton. The air here carries a perpetual tang of brine and damp cedar, a scent that clings to the weathered wood of the modest homes and the hulls of the small fishing boats bobbing in the harbor. The land itself is a gentle rise from the water's edge, a succession of slopes carpeted in Douglas fir and Western red cedar, their branches often draped with a soft, green moss that gleams after a rain. Even on a clear day, a certain luminous haze seems to soften the edges of the landscape, a testament to the frequent mist and clouds that drift in from the Pacific, lending a quiet, introspective beauty to the surroundings. The history of Keyport is intrinsically tied to the bounty of its waters and the strategic importance of its sheltered harbor. Once a hub for oyster farming, the cultivation of these bivalves shaped the early economy and character of the settlement, leaving behind a legacy visible in the remnants of old wharves and the enduring love for fresh seafood among its residents. Later, the U.S. Navy established a presence, fostering a period of growth and lending a distinct, if understated, military patina to the town's rhythm. Today, while the oyster beds are less prominent, the maritime spirit persists, with many of Keyport's inhabitants finding their livelihood in fishing, boating, or supporting the naval activities that continue to be a significant part of the Kitsap Peninsula's identity. The passage of time here is marked not by grand monuments, but by the steady ebb and flow of the tides and the quiet hum of a community deeply connected to its watery heritage.

About This Keyport Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Keyport, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.70204, -122.620978. 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 Keyport and Kitsap County.

Detailed location data for Keyport includes the ZIP code (98345), telephone area code (425), county seat of Kitsap County (Port Orchard), and school district assignment (North Kitsap 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 Keyport is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.