Port Angeles
City in Clallam County, Washington
Port Angeles is a city in Clallam County, Washington, with 19,960 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 33 ft (10 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Port Angeles East, 3.7 miles E.
- 19,960residents (2020 Census)
- 33 ftelevation · 10 m
- 10.7 sq miland area · 27.7 km²
- 1,864 / sq mipopulation density
- 98362ZIP code
About Port Angeles
Port Angeles ( AN-jəl-əs) is a city in and the county seat of Clallam County, Washington, United States. The population was 19,960 at the 2020 census, it is the most populous city in the county, as well as the most populous city on the Olympic Peninsula. The population was estimated at 20,112 in 2024.
The city's harbor was dubbed Puerto de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles (Port of Our Lady of the Angels) by Spanish explorer Francisco de Eliza in 1791. By the mid-19th century, after settlement by English speakers from the United States, the name was shortened and partially anglicized to its current form, Port Angeles Harbor.
Port Angeles is home to Peninsula College. It is the birthplace of football hall of famer John Elway and residents include writers and other celebrities. The city is served by William R. Fairchild International Airport. Ferry service is provided across the Strait of Juan de Fuca to Victoria, British Columbia, Canada on the MV Coho.
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Living in Port Angeles
- Median household income
- $62,606
- Median home value
- $370,200
- Median rent
- $1,170/mo
- Median age
- 42.6
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Port Angeles had 19,960 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 19,960 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,864 per sq mi (720 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Port Angeles at a glance
| State | Washington (WA) |
|---|---|
| County | Clallam County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 19,960 (2020) |
| Land area | 10.71 sq mi (27.7 km²) |
| Water area | 3.82 sq mi (9.89 km²) |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 48.1192° N, 123.4481° W |
| ZIP code | 98362 |
| Official website | cityofpa.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5355365 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Port Angeles
- Port Angeles East3.7 mi E
- Carlsborg13.1 mi E
- River Road15.2 mi E
- Jamestown16.5 mi E
- Sequim17.0 mi E
- Bell Hill17.2 mi E
- Blyn22.9 mi E
- Port Townsend30.5 mi E
- Port Hadlock-Irondale30.9 mi E
- Quilcene31.4 mi SE
- Friday Harbor34.8 mi NE
- Marrowstone35.8 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Port Angeles
What county is Port Angeles in?
Port Angeles is in Clallam County, Washington.
What is the population of Port Angeles, WA?
19,960 people lived in Port Angeles at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Port Angeles, WA?
The ZIP code of Port Angeles is 98362.
What is the elevation of Port Angeles?
33 feet (10 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Port Angeles?
Port Angeles East (3.7 mi), Carlsborg (13.1 mi), River Road (15.2 mi), Jamestown (16.5 mi), Sequim (17.0 mi).
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