Greenwater
Census-designated place in Pierce County, Washington

Greenwater is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Pierce County, Washington, with 95 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,699 ft (518 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Enumclaw, 17.3 miles W.
- 95residents (2020 Census)
- 1,699 ftelevation · 518 m
- 1.5 sq miland area · 3.8 km²
- 65 / sq mipopulation density
- 98022ZIP code
About Greenwater
Greenwater is a census-designated place (CDP) in the northwest United States in Pierce County, Washington. Southeast of Seattle, the population was 67 at the 2010 census, down from 91 in 2000. At the 2020 census, the population was 95.
Based on per capita income, Greenwater ranks 17th of 522 areas in the state of Washington to be ranked, and is the highest in Pierce County. East of Enumclaw on Highway 410, Greenwater gains much of its popularity as a town for hikers and skiers on their way south to Mount Rainier National Park and Crystal Mountain ski area.
Three popular campgrounds reside in Greenwater: Silver Springs, The Dalles, and Buck Creek.
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Greenwater had 95 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 95 |
|---|---|
| Density | 65 per sq mi (25 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Greenwater at a glance
| State | Washington (WA) |
|---|---|
| County | Pierce County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 95 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.45 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Water area | 0.07 sq mi (0.17 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,699 ft (518 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.1465° N, 121.6297° W |
| ZIP code | 98022 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5328695 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Greenwater
- Enumclaw17.3 mi W
- Buckley18.4 mi W
- Wilkeson20.1 mi W
- Carbonado20.3 mi W
- Snoqualmie Pass20.4 mi NE
- Black Diamond21.5 mi NW
- Wilderness Rim21.7 mi N
- South Prairie22.0 mi W
- Ravensdale22.2 mi NW
- Prairie Heights22.5 mi W
- Riverbend22.7 mi N
- Easton22.8 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Greenwater
What county is Greenwater in?
Greenwater is in Pierce County, Washington.
What is the population of Greenwater, WA?
95 people lived in Greenwater at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Greenwater, WA?
The ZIP code of Greenwater is 98022.
What is the elevation of Greenwater?
1,699 feet (518 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Greenwater?
Enumclaw (17.3 mi), Buckley (18.4 mi), Wilkeson (20.1 mi), Carbonado (20.3 mi), Snoqualmie Pass (20.4 mi).
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