Population870,656 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
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Snohomish County at a Glance
Population870,656 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatEverett
Largest City (2026)Everett (2026 OFM)
Year Organized1861 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP Code Examples98012, 98223, 98241, 98252, 98256
Total Area, Including Water2,195.751 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Major RoutesI-5, US 2, SR 9
Local Area Codes360 / 425 / 206 / 564
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Snohomish County
Snohomish County was created from Island County in 1861, with Mukilteo designated the temporary seat. An election that year placed county government in Snohomish, and Everett took over in 1897. These successive locations give the county's institutional history a clear geographic structure. Earlier sawmill and trading activity contributed to community development, while the Snohomish people and other Indigenous communities have their own enduring histories. The county-seat sequence provides one useful thread without replacing those broader cultural and working-landscape stories.
Choose two of the three county-seat communities to compare their different roles. County heritage organizations can guide a focused interest in public buildings, commerce or local records. Historical references to institutions should be checked against current locations before visiting. Leave room for Indigenous interpretation alongside the territorial timeline, and avoid relying on a single disputed translation of the county name as an explanation of the entire region.
What Shapes Us
Place And Character
The county's own historical resources connect those communities with territorial government, local commerce and the longer Indigenous history behind its name.
The Local Story
Snohomish County was created from Island County in 1861, with Mukilteo designated the temporary seat. An election that year placed county government in Snohomish, and Everett took over in 1897.
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Choose two of the three county-seat communities to compare their different roles. County heritage organizations can guide a focused interest in public buildings, commerce or local records.
Discover the community connections behind a changing civic center.
A Closer Look
Snohomish County
Places and perspectives from Snohomish County
My Everett News · Local
Preparing for Flood Season – Snohomish County Resources
To assist residents before, during and after a flood event, Snohomish County wants them to start planning for…
Read the Story Oct 26, 2026 • Read at sourceAround Snohomish County
Local coverage first, followed by Washington and national updates when needed.
My Everett News · Local
Preparing for Flood Season – Snohomish County Resources
To assist residents before, during and after a flood event, Snohomish County wants them to start planning for…
Oct 26, 2026 • Read at source
My Everett News · Local
Brooklyn Brothers Pizzeria Changes Hands
After 20 years of serving up authentic Brooklyn-style pizza in Snohomish County, Brooklyn Bros. Pizzeria is entering a…
Oct 25, 2026 • Read at source
My Everett News · Local
Serious E-Scooter Accident Near Voyager Middle School
At approximately 2:22 p.m. on Friday, October 23, Snohomish County Sheriff deputies responded to a serious-injury collision near…
Oct 23, 2026 • Read at source
My Everett News · Local
Tunnel of Terror: a Haunted Car Wash Experience in Everett
Tommy’s Express in Everett is hosting a unique Halloween experience the next two weekends. The “Tunnel of Terror”…
Oct 22, 2026 • Read at source
My Everett News · Local
Harbor Marine Founder Hands Baton to New Owner After 50 Years
After nearly 50 years of serving the boating community at the Port of Everett and beyond, Harbor Marine…
Oct 22, 2026 • Read at source
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Government
Snohomish County government — County offices and public services.
Departments and services — Find the office responsible for your request.
Washington state services — State agencies and programs.
Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Eagle Creek Elementary – Elementary; grades KG-05. 1216 E 5th, Arlington, WA 98223. 360-618-6270.
Darrington Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-08. 1075 FIR STREET, DARRINGTON, WA 98241. 360-436-1313.
Lynnwood High School – High; grades 09-12. 18218 NORTH RD, BOTHELL, WA 98012. 425-431-7520.
Cedar Wood Elementary – Elementary; grades PK-05. 3414 168th St. SE, Bothell, WA 98012. 425-385-7700.
Monte Cristo Elementary – Elementary; grades 03-06. 1201 100th St NE, Granite Falls, WA 98252. 360-691-7718.
Index Elementary School District 63 – Elementary; grades PK-08. 436 Index Avenue, Index, WA 98256. 360-793-1330.
Glenwood Elementary – Elementary; grades KG-05. 2221 103 AVE SE, Lake Stevens, WA 98258. 425-335-1510.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Cascade Valley Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 330 S Stillaguamish Ave, Arlington, WA 98223. 360-435-2133.
Swedish Edmonds Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 21601 76Th Avenue West, Edmonds, WA 98026. 425-640-4000.
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett – Acute Care Hospitals. 1321 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. 425-261-2000.
Evergreenhealth Monroe – Acute Care Hospitals. 14701 179Th Ave Se, Monroe, WA 98272. 360-794-7497.
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital – Psychiatric. 3955 156Th St Ne, Marysville, WA 98271. 212-243-5565.
Public Safety
For an emergency, call 911. Use the department website for non-emergency contact information.
Snohomish County sheriff — Law enforcement information and departmental contacts.
Emergency Services
Call 911 for an immediate emergency.
Emergency management — Preparedness resources and local alerts.
National Weather Service — Forecasts and weather warnings; search by location.
Ready.gov — Household emergency planning.
State Parks
Wallace Falls State Park — Park information, maps and current notices.
Find Washington state parks — Search additional parks and activities.
Discover Pass — Parking pass information.
Trails
Snohomish County parks and trails — Local recreation destinations and maps.
Wallace Falls State Park maps and visitor information — Review the park map and current trail notices before a visit.
Utilities
Snohomish County PUD — Service, billing and outage information. Confirm whether this provider serves your address.
County public works — County infrastructure and public works services.
Electricity, gas, water, sewer and waste services can have different providers. Check service boundaries for the specific property.
Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Main Library – 2702 Hoyt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. 425-257-8000.
Arlington Library – 135 N. Washington Ave., Arlington, WA 98223. 360-435-3033.
Brier Library – 23303 Brier Rd., Brier, WA 98036. 425-483-0888.
Darrington Library – 1005 Cascade St., Darrington, WA 98241. 360-436-1600.
Edmonds Library – 650 Main St., Edmonds, WA 98020. 425-771-1933.
Granite Falls Library – 815 East Galena, Granite Falls, WA 98252. 360-691-6087.
Lake Stevens Library – 2211 Grade Road, Lake Stevens, WA 98258. 425-334-1900.
Courts
Washington Courts directory — Choose Snohomish County to find superior, district, municipal and juvenile courts.
DMV
Washington — Renew or replace a driver license
Washington — Find a driver licensing office
Washington — Renew or replace vehicle tabs
Transportation
Community Transit — Routes, schedules, rider information and service-area details.
WSDOT maps — State highway maps and travel planning.
Washington State Ferries — Routes, sailing schedules and service notices.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
Get to Know Snohomish County
Useful answers for residents, visitors and anyone planning their next step.
Local Questions
Snohomish County Questions, Answered
Explore practical details about the county and the organizations that serve it.
870,656 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
2,195.751 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.
Start with these official Washington resources: Renew or replace a driver license; Find a driver licensing office; Renew or replace vehicle tabs. Choose the page for the service you need, then check its office or online instructions before making a trip. These links cover state services; they do not establish that every transaction is available at a county office.
For emergencies, call 911.
Snohomish County sheriff — Use the official department page for non-emergency contacts and services.
Snohomish County government — Find county departments, public meetings and services.
Search USAJOBS for federal positions and the Apprenticeship Finder for apprenticeship opportunities, using location filters to narrow the results. USAGov job-training guidance points to training programs and state resources. Check each listing for current availability, eligibility and application instructions; a search result does not guarantee an opening in the county.
Snohomish County was created from Island County in 1861, with Mukilteo designated the temporary seat. An election that year placed county government in Snohomish, and Everett took over in 1897. These successive locations give the county's institutional history a clear geographic structure. Earlier sawmill and trading activity contributed to community development, while the Snohomish people and other Indigenous communities have their own enduring histories. The county-seat sequence provides one useful thread without replacing those broader cultural and working-landscape stories.
Choose two of the three county-seat communities to compare their different roles. County heritage organizations can guide a focused interest in public buildings, commerce or local records. Historical references to institutions should be checked against current locations before visiting. Leave room for Indigenous interpretation alongside the territorial timeline, and avoid relying on a single disputed translation of the county name as an explanation of the entire region.
The 2020 Census geography figures record 2,086.525 square miles of land and 109.226 square miles of water in Snohomish County. The county’s total area includes both. These are geographic measurements for that Census vintage, not a measurement of current water levels or public recreation access.
In the Census Bureau’s 2025 estimate series, Snohomish County had an estimated 829,901 residents on July 1, 2020, and 870,656 on July 1, 2025. Over that interval, the estimated population increased by 40,755 residents, or about 4.9%. Both figures come from the same estimate vintage, which revises earlier years for a consistent comparison.
Everett is the county seat listed for Snohomish County by the National Association of Counties. For an office visit, confirm the specific department’s address before traveling. NACo county profile.
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