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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Wenatchee | City in Chelan County, Washington | Chelan | 34,219 |
West Lake Sammamish | Census designated place | King | 33,929 |
Walla Walla | City in Washington, United States | Walla Walla | 33,096 |
West Lake Stevens | City in Snohomish County, Washington, United States of America | Snohomish | 21,047 |
Washougal | City in Clark County, Washington, United States | Clark | 16,111 |
West Richland | City in Benton County, Washington | Benton | 15,423 |
Woodinville | City in King County, Washington, United States | King | 14,980 |
White Center | Census designated place | King | 13,495 |
Walnut Grove | City in Minnesota, United States | Clark | 9,790 |
Waller | CDP in Pierce County, Washington | Pierce | 7,922 |
Woodland | Town in Washington state, United States | Cowlitz | 6,548 |
Woods Creek | Census designated place | Snohomish | 5,589 |
Wapato | City in Washington | Yakima | 4,980 |
West Pasco | Census designated place in Franklin County, Washington | Franklin | 3,739 |
Warden | City in United States | Grant | 2,834 |
White Salmon | City in Klickitat County, Washington, United States | Klickitat | 2,723 |
West Longview | Unincorporated community | Cowlitz | 2,698 |
Warm Beach | Census designated place | Snohomish | 2,437 |
Westport | City in Washington, USA | Grays Harbor | 2,119 |
West Wenatchee | City in Chelan County, Washington, United States of America | Chelan | 1,565 |
Winlock | City in Lewis County, Washington, United States | Lewis | 1,490 |
Woodway | City in Snohomish County, Washington, United States | Snohomish | 1,391 |
Waitsburg | City in Walla Walla county, WA | Walla Walla | 1,254 |
Waterville | Town in Douglas County, Washington | Douglas | 1,197 |
Wilbur | Town of the United States | Lincoln | 864 |
White Swan | CDP in Washington, United States | Yakima | 793 |
Wilkeson | Town in Washington, United States | Pierce | 519 |
Winthrop | Town in Washington, United States | Okanogan | 492 |
Wilson Creek | Town of the United States | Grant | 214 |
Washtucna | Town of the United States | Adams | 204 |
Waverly | Town in Washington, United States | Spokane | 110 |