Quilcene
Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Washington
Quilcene is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Jefferson County, Washington, with 598 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 43 ft (13 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Port Ludlow, 11.3 miles NE.
- 598residents (2020 Census)
- 43 ftelevation · 13 m
- 8.8 sq miland area · 22.8 km²
- 68 / sq mipopulation density
- 98376ZIP code
About Quilcene
Quilcene is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Jefferson County, Washington, United States. The population was 598 at the 2020 census.
The community is located on the Olympic Peninsula at the head of Quilcene Bay, an arm of the seawater-filled glacial valley of Hood Canal. Each year many visitors enjoy the panoramic views of Mount Rainier, Puget Sound and Seattle from the 2,804-foot (855 m) summit of nearby Mount Walker, the only peak facing Puget Sound that has a road to its summit. The Olympic National Forest lands in Quilcene hold Douglas fir, spring-blooming Pacific rhododendrons, Oregon grape, and salal. Leland Lake is located north of Quilcene.
Quilcene oysters are named after the community. Quilcene has one of the largest oyster hatcheries in the world.
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Living in Quilcene
- Median household income
- $34,464
- Median home value
- $274,300
- Median rent
- $1,078/mo
- Median age
- 62.4
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Quilcene had 598 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 598 |
|---|---|
| Density | 68 per sq mi (26 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Quilcene at a glance
| State | Washington (WA) |
|---|---|
| County | Jefferson County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 598 (2020) |
| Land area | 8.81 sq mi (22.8 km²) |
| Water area | 0.39 sq mi (1.01 km²) |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.8392° N, 122.9123° W |
| ZIP code | 98376 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5356975 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Quilcene
- Port Ludlow11.3 mi NE
- Brinnon11.8 mi S
- Blyn12.2 mi N
- Lofall12.2 mi E
- Bangor Base12.2 mi SE
- Seabeck14.2 mi S
- Poulsbo14.3 mi SE
- Port Hadlock-Irondale14.5 mi N
- Silverdale16.0 mi SE
- Keyport16.5 mi SE
- Port Gamble Tribal Community16.5 mi E
- Hansville16.6 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Quilcene
What county is Quilcene in?
Quilcene is in Jefferson County, Washington.
What is the population of Quilcene, WA?
598 people lived in Quilcene at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Quilcene, WA?
The ZIP code of Quilcene is 98376.
What is the elevation of Quilcene?
43 feet (13 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Quilcene?
Port Ludlow (11.3 mi), Brinnon (11.8 mi), Blyn (12.2 mi), Lofall (12.2 mi), Bangor Base (12.2 mi).
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