Omak Washington Map

About Omak, Washington

Omak is a locality in Okanogan County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,036. The population density is 505.4 people per km². Omak is located at 48.4110°N, 119.5276°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98841.

Omak rests in a broad, sun-drenched basin, cradled by the undulating hills of Okanogan County. It lies 51.1 miles north-west of Clark, WA (from Clark, WA: bearing 311°T), and is situated 4.3 miles north-east of Okanogan. The land here is a study in ochre and sage, where the Okanogan River, a ribbon of silver, has patiently carved its path. Sparse stands of Ponderosa pine dot the slopes, their needles catching the light in the late afternoon, casting long, dancing shadows that stretch across the arid terrain. The air itself carries a dry, almost dusty scent, punctuated by the distant bleating of sheep and the hum of unseen insects, a constant, low thrum that speaks of the vast, open spaces stretching towards the horizon. The sky above is an immense, ever-changing canvas, often a brilliant, cloudless blue that can feel both exhilarating and a little overwhelming. The history of Omak is deeply entwined with the indigenous peoples who have long called this valley home, their presence felt in the enduring spirit of the place. Later, the arrival of settlers brought with it the cultivation of the land, transforming the arid landscape into fields of alfalfa and orchards heavy with apples, a testament to human perseverance against the elements. The local economy, still rooted in agriculture, buzzes with the seasonal rhythm of harvest and the quiet industry of ranching. The annual Omak Stampede, a famed rodeo, draws crowds from far and wide, injecting a boisterous energy into the otherwise tranquil pace of life that defines Omak, a place where the wildness of the land and the tenacity of its people are inextricably linked.

About This Omak Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Omak, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 48.410985, -119.527551. 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 Omak and Okanogan County.

Detailed location data for Omak includes the ZIP code (98841), telephone area code (509), county seat of Okanogan County (Okanogan), and school district assignment (Omak 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 Omak is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.