Explore Martha Lake, Washington, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Martha Lake |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.85093 |
| Longitude | -122.239297 |
| Population | 21,660 |
| Density | 1836.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 98087 |
| Area Code | 206, 253 |
| County Seat | Everett |
| School District | Edmonds School District |
Martha Lake defines the quiet intersection of suburban expansion and the enduring, moisture-laden atmosphere of the Pacific Northwest. It lies 1.7 miles west-southwest of Mill Creek, WA (from Mill Creek, WA: bearing 249°T), and is situated 9.0 miles south of Everett. The surrounding landscape remains shaped by the proximity of the Cascade Range, which looms on the distant horizon like a jagged, snow-dusted charcoal sketch against the sky. Water defines the edges of the terrain, as the proximity to the coast allows the salt-tinged air to drift inland toward the local shoreline. Martha Lake occupies a central position in the topography, acting as a calm, reflective anchor for the neighborhood while Mill Creek drains the nearby landscape with a steady, hushed persistence. The terrain descends toward the lower elevation of Lunds Gulch, creating a subtle, downward slope that directs the flow of seasonal rains toward the vicinity of Browns Bay.
Historical patterns in Martha Lake reflect the broader shift from early timber-reliant commerce to the modern, service-based economy that characterizes the region today. Local industries have transitioned from the extraction of natural resources to a diverse array of professional services, mirroring the growth of the nearby technological corridors. Residents often commute to larger centers of employment, yet the local economy sustains itself through a network of small businesses and specialized service providers. While the landscape once echoed with the sounds of saws and heavy machinery, the modern economy favors the quiet efficiency of office parks and retail hubs. The legacy of these industrious origins remains visible in the sturdy, utilitarian architecture that persists alongside newer, more contemporary residential developments.
Martha Lake fosters a cultural character defined by the soft, gray light of the region and a community focus on outdoor accessibility. Martha Lake Community Park serves as the primary gathering space, offering a patch of managed green space where the rhythm of the day slows under the canopy of native evergreens. The atmosphere remains understated, favoring the privacy of home life and the occasional excursion to view the distant, imposing height of the Cascade Range. While Ebey Island remains a remote point of interest across the water, the daily experience here is defined by the immediate, intimate connection to the local park and the surrounding woodland. Public life is punctuated by the changing seasons, which dictate the pace of activity from the damp, introspective winters to the vibrant, brief brilliance of the summer months.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Martha Lake, Washington. Coordinates: 47.85093, -122.239297. 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 Martha Lake includes the ZIP code (98087), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of Snohomish County (Everett), and school district assignment (Edmonds 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. |