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Mercer Island Washington Map

Explore Mercer Island, 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 Mercer Island, Washington

How to Use This Mercer Island, Washington Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Mercer Island, 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 Mercer Island.

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

Latitude	47.564004
Longitude	-122.231214
Population	25,748
Density	1557.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	98040
Area Code	206, 253
County Seat	Seattle
School District	Mercer Island School District

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About Mercer Island, Washington

Mercer Island is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 25,748. The population density is 1557.5 people per km². Mercer Island is located at 47.5640°N, 122.2312°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Mercer Island is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 98040.

Mercer Island rises from the deep waters of Lake Washington as a verdant expanse of pine and residential quietude. It lies 2.9 miles south-southwest of Bellevue, WA (from Bellevue, WA: bearing 200°T), and is situated 5.7 miles east-southeast of Seattle. The topography of Mercer Island is defined by a gentle, undulating terrain that slopes toward the shoreline, where the air often carries a crisp, cool moisture. Residents observe the horizon for the distant, jagged silhouette of the Cascade Range, which stands as a silent sentinel to the east. While the open coastline is six miles away, the atmosphere remains deeply influenced by the maritime patterns flowing in from Elliott Bay. Nearby, the quiet currents of Coal Creek trace through the landscape, offering a subtle contrast to the expansive, glass-like surface of the surrounding water.

Mercer Island transitioned from a secluded woodland retreat into a highly connected residential enclave following the construction of permanent bridge crossings. The local economy thrives on a professional demographic that maintains a steady, industrious pace, balancing proximity to major corporate centers with a preference for suburban seclusion. Historically, the land served as a quiet space for agriculture and seasonal camps before evolving into a landscape of manicured estates and public greens. Tiger Mountain State Forest lies thirteen miles away, serving as a reminder of the vast, untamed timberland that once characterized the entire region. Even today, the island maintains a deliberate focus on preserving its remaining natural fiber, ensuring that development does not overshadow the inherent character of the land.

Mercer Island cultivates a refined, contemplative atmosphere where the rhythm of daily life is punctuated by the passage of light across the water. Rotary Park provides a dedicated space for community gathering, where the wind often whispers through the trees near the water's edge. Those seeking a longer journey often venture toward the Burke Gilman Trail, which offers an extensive path through the broader region. The island has been home to notable figures such as Paul Allen, whose presence left a distinct mark on the cultural and philanthropic landscape of the area. During the warmer months, the local spirit is characterized by a quiet appreciation for the outdoors, reflecting a culture that values both privacy and engagement with the natural world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Between Two Worlds (Public Artwork) — 0.5 mi, 068° E
The Ten Commandments (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 054° NE
Island Crest Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 165° S
Seward Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 244° SW
Rhodes Holocaust Memorial (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 245° SW
The Seattle Light Room (Gallery) — 1.9 mi, 253° W
Luther Burbank Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 006° N
Viewing Platform (Viewpoint) — 2.1 mi, 005° N
The Royal Room (Theatre) — 2.5 mi, 259° W
Ark Lodge Cinemas (Cinema) — 2.6 mi, 262° W
The Beacon Cinema (Cinema) — 2.7 mi, 270° W
Seattle Public Utilities Watersheds (Local Conservation Area) — 2.9 mi, 105° E
Anthony Q. Harris Memorial Bench (Monument) — 3.0 mi, 301° NW
Tobya Art Gallery (Gallery) — 3.2 mi, 286° W
Mount Baker Center For The Arts (Gallery) — 3.2 mi, 286° W
Frink Park Caretaker's House (Historic Ruins) — 3.6 mi, 312° NW
Georgetown Arts & Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 4.2 mi, 257° W
Arts Aloft (Arts Centre) — 4.3 mi, 320° NW
Lockheed 1049G Super Constellation (Attraction) — 4.4 mi, 224° SW
Apollo Command Module 007A (Attraction) — 4.4 mi, 224° SW
Sputnik 1 (engineering model) (Attraction) — 4.4 mi, 224° SW
Lake Sammamish (State Park) — 7.4 mi, 094° E
Squak Mountain (State Park) — 8.1 mi, 114° SE
Snoqualmie National Forest (National Forest) — 16.5 mi, 104° E · 1.3M acres

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