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Bothell, WA

Bothell is a city in King and Snohomish counties in the U.S. state of Washington. It is part of the Seattle metropolitan area, situated near the northeast end of Lake Washington in the Eastside region. Bothell had a population of 48,161 residents as of the 2020 census.

The city lies along the Sammamish River, the historic home of the indigenous Sammamish people, and is adjacent to Kenmore and Woodinville. Bothell was established in 1870 and platted by David Bothell and his family in 1888, shortly before the arrival of railroads in the area. The town was incorporated in 1909 and originally relied on logging and farming; in the mid-20th century, Bothell became a bedroom community for workers commuting to Seattle and later other Eastside cities. Interstate 405 connects the city to other areas of the Eastside and functions as a bypass of Seattle.

Bothell's modern economy is centered around biotechnology and high-tech companies that have facilities that were developed in the late 20th century along North Creek and in the Canyon Park neighborhood, which was annexed by the city in 1992. The annexation also expanded the city limits into Snohomish County. The University of Washington Bothell was established in 1990 and opened its permanent shared campus with Cascadia College in 2000. Bothell redeveloped its downtown in the 2010s and 2020s and has seen an increase in residential density and its population as a result.

Bothell is located along the Sammamish River near its mouth at the northeast end of Lake Washington. It is one of six cities in Washington that are in multiple counties, as the city straddles King and Snohomish counties. The boundary between the counties is at Northeast 205th Street / 244th Street Southwest; because most streets in Bothell are numbered and not named, north-south streets that cross the county line often change numbers. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Bothell has a total area of 13.64 square miles (35.33 km2), all of it classified as land. The city is predominantly suburban, with 41.4 percent of the land area zoned for single-family homes, 13 percent for denser housing, 10.5 percent for parks and open space, and 8 percent for commercial development.

The city's western border with Kenmore follows 86th and 84th avenues, except Inglemoor High School; within Snohomish County, the western border follows 7th Place West. The northern city limits of Bothell are defined by 216th Street Southwest on the west side of Interstate 405 and State Route 524 (Maltby Road) through Thrasher's Corner. The eastern boundary follows 35th Avenue Southeast in Snohomish County; on the King County site, it is shared with Woodinville and follows 130th Avenue Northeast on the north side of the Sammamish River and 124th Avenue Northeast on the south side of the river. The southern border with Kirkland follows Simonds Road and Northeast 145th Street to Interstate 405 and jumps north to follow part of the Tolt pipeline right-of-way. The city's urban growth area in Snohomish County includes unincorporated areas that border Brier to the west and Mill Creek to the north.

Most of the city lies in the drainage basins of the Sammamish River or its tributaries North Creek and Swamp Creek; a portion also lies in the Juanita Creek basin, which drains directly into Lake Washington. These creeks are also home to spawning Kokanee salmon, Chinook salmon, bull trout, and other freshwater fish. The Sammamish River formed following the retreat of the Cordilleran ice sheet during the Vashon Glaciation period approximately 15,000 years before the present. The glaciers cut across several north-south channels that now form Bothell's seven hills, which include areas south of the Sammamish River that are prone to landslides. The highest point in the city is Nike Hill, a former Nike missile silo that sits 510 feet (160 m) above sea level. Bothell has several wetlands, including a 58-acre (23 ha) area along North Creek that was restored by the University of Washington Bothell in the 2000s. Since its restoration, the wetlands have become home to large groups of crows, up to 16,000 at a time, that commute from the Seattle region to roost in Bothell.

Bothell places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. EvergreenHealth Primary Care offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. 425 Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Start your wellness journey at Studio 6 Ballroom Dance and Event Center which offers dance classes to get your heart pumping. For a more serene experience, visit Be Yoga Burien for yoga sessions designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress. Olympus Spa is perfect for a relaxing day with massage and spa treatments. Engage in outdoor activities at Wayne Golf Course for a leisurely round of golf in a beautiful setting. Burien Center For Health and Wellbeing offers holistic health services. 

The top sites in Bothell, WA are Bothell Landing Park, Bothell Historical Museum, Hindu Temple & Cultural Center, and Blyth Park.

ZIP code: 98011. Population: 49,017 (2022). Area code: 425. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Area: 13.64 square miles (35.33 km²).

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Is Bothell WA a good place to live?

Bothell is in King County and is one of the best places to live in Washington. Living in Bothell offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Bothell, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Bothell and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Bothell are highly rated.

Is it expensive to live in Bothell, WA?

Bothell is ranked 29 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Bothell is 120.1% of the national average. The median household income in Bothell is $116,578, which is 41% more than that of the state. The median income for an individual is $60,807, which is 37% more than that of the state. The average rent in Bothell (located in the Seattle-Bellevue-Kent Metro) metro area for a 2-bed home is $2,075, which is 41% more than the average rent across the US.

What is Bothell WA known for?

Bothell is located 25 minutes northeast of Seattle, on the quaint and tranquil Sammamish River that connects Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish. It is home to the High Tech Corridor of innovative technology companies, the University of Washington Bothell, and Cascadia College. With a population of approximately 43,000, it offers quiet family neighborhoods, bustling urban apartment centers, coffee houses and award-winning restaurants, a state-of-the-art theatre, beautiful parks, the famous paved Burke-Gilman Trail, and so much more. 

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Wikipedia

City of Bothell

Niche

Bothell Kenmore Chamber

Flyhomes

Bothell Landing Park

Bothell Historical Museum

Hindu Temple & Cultural Center

Blyth Park

EvergreenHealth Primary Care

425 Fitness

Studio 6 Ballroom Dance and Event Center

Be Yoga Burien

Olympus Spa

Wayne Golf Course

Burien Center For Health and Wellbeing

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