Washington, state of the United States of America. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 7,693,612 inhabitants. The state was created 135 years ago in 1889. Its capital city is Olympia.
From rainforests to deserts, Washington State packs in diverse landscapes and exciting destinations within its 71,000 square miles. Home to over 7.5 million residents, notable cities and towns to explore in Washington include:
Seattle – The Emerald City wows visitors with its iconic Space Needle, Pike Place Market, museums like the Chihuly Garden and Glass, and lively waterfront along Elliott Bay leading to Puget Sound.
Spokane – Situated on the Spokane River in eastern Washington, Spokane delights with its Riverfront Park, historic Davenport Hotel, and proximity to outdoor recreation at Lake Coeur d’Alene and Mt. Spokane.
Leavenworth – This Bavarian-themed town in central Washington transports visitors to the Alps with its architecture, beer halls, music, and German festivals. Outdoor recreation in the Cascades astounds.
Walla Walla – Nestled amid Washington wine country, Walla Walla charms with its restored turn-of-the-century architecture housing winery tasting rooms, boutiques, galleries, and restaurants using fresh local produce.
Olympia – Washington’s capital has a vibrant, youthful vibe thanks to Evergreen State College. It provides easy access to stunning Puget Sound shorelines and the Olympic Peninsula’s forests and mountains.
Washington’s lively and scenic cities highlight the natural beauty, cultural diversity, and adventurous spirit of the state.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Washington.
City Name | Title | County | Population |
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Bellevue | The most populous city in Washington. | King | 148,073 |
Bellingham | The most populous city in Whatcom County, Washington. | Whatcom | 93,955 |
Burien | Town in Washington, United States | King | 51,268 |
Bothell | A city in King County, Washington. | King | 47,524 |
Bremerton | A city in Kitsap County, Washington. | Kitsap | 42,322 |
Bainbridge Island | City in Kitsap County, Washington, United States | Kitsap | 25,358 |
Bonney Lake | City in Pierce County, Washington, United States | Pierce | 22,572 |
Battle Ground | City in Clark County, Washington | Clark | 21,712 |
Burlington | City in Skagit County, Washington, United States | Skagit | 9,543 |
Birch Bay | Census designated place | Whatcom | 8,413 |
Brier | City in Snohomish County, Washington, United States | Snohomish | 6,955 |
Blaine | City in Whatcom County, Washington, United States | Whatcom | 5,638 |
Black Diamond | City in King County, Washington, United States | King | 5,403 |
Buckley | City in Pierce County, Washington, United States | Pierce | 5,286 |
Benton City | City in Benton County, Washington, United States | Benton | 3,495 |
Brush Prairie | Census designated place in Clark County, Washington | Clark | 2,652 |
Bridgeport | City in Douglas County, Washington | Douglas | 2,585 |
Brewster | City in Okanogan County, Washington, United States | Okanogan | 2,391 |
Basin City | Census designated place | Franklin | 1,092 |
Bingen | City in Washington, United States | Klickitat | 748 |
Bucoda | Town of the United States | Thurston | 591 |
Beaux Arts Village | Town of the United States | King | 322 |