Vashon
Census-designated place in King County, Washington
Vashon is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in King County, Washington, with 11,055 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 381 ft (116 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Normandy Park, 5.4 miles E.
- 11,055residents (2020 Census)
- 381 ftelevation · 116 m
- 37.0 sq miland area · 95.8 km²
- 299 / sq mipopulation density
- 98070ZIP code
About Vashon
Vashon (, VASH-on) is a census-designated place (CDP) in King County, Washington, United States. It covers an island alternately called Vashon Island or Vashon–Maury Island, the largest island in Puget Sound south of Admiralty Inlet. Before the construction of a tombolo built in 1913, Vashon Island and Maury Island were connected only during low tide; now they are considered a tied island.
The CDP's population was 11,055 at the 2020 census, up from 10,624 in 2010. The CDP covers an area of 36.9 square miles (95.6 km2).
The island is connected to West Seattle and the Kitsap Peninsula to the north and Tacoma to the south via the Washington State Ferries system, as well as to Downtown Seattle via the King County Water Taxi. The island has resisted the construction of a fixed bridge to preserve its relative isolation and rural character. Vashon Island is also known for its annual strawberry festival, sheepdog trials, and agriculture.
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Living in Vashon
- Median household income
- $120,571
- Median home value
- $790,700
- Median rent
- $1,670/mo
- Median age
- 52.4
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Vashon had 11,055 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 11,055 |
|---|---|
| Density | 299 per sq mi (115 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Vashon at a glance
| State | Washington (WA) |
|---|---|
| County | King County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 11,055 (2020) |
| Land area | 36.98 sq mi (95.8 km²) |
| Water area | 43.82 sq mi (113.50 km²) |
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.4111° N, 122.4552° W |
| ZIP code | 98070 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5374305 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Vashon
- Normandy Park5.4 mi E
- Maplewood5.7 mi SW
- Des Moines6.6 mi E
- Burien6.8 mi NE
- Purdy7.0 mi W
- Dash Point7.1 mi S
- Canterwood7.3 mi W
- Browns Point7.5 mi S
- SeaTac7.7 mi E
- Southworth8.0 mi NW
- Ruston8.3 mi S
- White Center8.4 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Vashon
What county is Vashon in?
Vashon is in King County, Washington.
What is the population of Vashon, WA?
11,055 people lived in Vashon at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Vashon, WA?
The ZIP code of Vashon is 98070.
What is the elevation of Vashon?
381 feet (116 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Vashon?
Normandy Park (5.4 mi), Maplewood (5.7 mi), Des Moines (6.6 mi), Burien (6.8 mi), Purdy (7.0 mi).
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