Lakeland South Washington Map
Lakeland South, Washington — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Lakeland South, King County.
Interactive Map of Lakeland South, Washington
| City | Lakeland South |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.2786 |
| Longitude | -122.2826 |
| Population | 13,100 |
| Density | 1013.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Lakeland South, Washington
Lakeland South is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 13,100. The population density is 1013.8 people per km². Lakeland South is located at 47.2786°N, 122.2826°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98001.
Lakeland South unfolds as a landscape of gentle slopes and verdant expanses, where the air often carries the damp, earthy scent of the Pacific Northwest. It lies 3.2 miles south-west of Auburn, WA (from Auburn, WA: bearing 232°T), and is situated 7.8 miles east-north-east of Tacoma. Broadleaf trees, their branches reaching like tired arms, line the quiet streets, creating dappled corridors of light that shift with the passing clouds. The terrain here is a subtle negotiation between the lowlands and the rising hills, a place where residential neighborhoods give way to patches of dense woodland and the occasional glint of water from hidden ponds. The character of Lakeland South is one of quiet persistence, a community that thrives not with boisterous pronouncements, but with a steady, grounded presence. The history of Lakeland South is intertwined with the broader narrative of King County's development, a story of agricultural roots giving way to suburban growth. For generations, the land yielded its bounty, with farms dotting the landscape, a legacy that still echoes in the occasional open field or the names of local roads. Today, the economy of Lakeland South is a diverse blend, with many residents commuting to larger employment centers, while local businesses cater to the daily needs of its inhabitants. The nearby waterways, though not always prominent, have always played a role, shaping the terrain and providing a quiet backdrop to life. A distinctive feature is the pervasive sense of community, a quiet camaraderie that can be felt in the way neighbors acknowledge each other and in the shared upkeep of local parks.
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About This Lakeland South Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Lakeland South, 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 Lakeland South and King County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Lakeland South is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Lakeland South is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 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. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
