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Mukilteo, WA

Mukilteo is a city in Snohomish County, Washington, United States. It is located on Puget Sound between Edmonds and Everett, approximately 25 miles (40 km) north of Seattle. The city had a population of 20,254 at the 2010 census and an estimated 2019 population of 21,441.

The current site of downtown Mukilteo (also named Old Town) has been inhabited by the Snohomish people for at least 1,000 years before the present. The Treaty of Point Elliott was signed in Mukilteo in 1855, opening the region to American settlement. A new town was founded at Mukilteo and served as the provisional county seat of Snohomish County in early 1861. The area remained a trading post for loggers and was home to other industries, but was overshadowed by Everett and grew slowly.

Mukilteo was used during World War II as an auxiliary fueling facility, due to its proximity to the newly built Snohomish County Airport (now Paine Field). Mukilteo was incorporated as a city in 1947 and saw new suburban development, which accelerated after the opening of the nearby Boeing Everett Factory in the late 1960s. The city annexed large suburban areas on the west side of Paine Field in the 1980s and 1990s, including Harbour Pointe and the State Route 525 corridor, while also revitalizing the Old Town area in the 2000s.

Today, Mukilteo is a bedroom community with a small job base centered around manufacturing industries. It is also a major transportation hub, with connections to Whidbey Island via the Washington State Ferries system, Sounder commuter trains to Seattle, and public transit services to nearby cities. The city is recognized for its quality of life and is one of the most affluent in Washington state, with a high median income.

Mukilteo is located in southwestern Snohomish County, approximately 25 miles (40 km) north of Seattle. The city generally runs north-south, with a length of 5.4 miles (8.7 km) and a width of 0.8 to 2.1 miles (1.3 to 3.4 km). It is bordered to the west by the Possession Sound, a section of the Puget Sound, and to the north by Port Gardner Bay. Mukilteo's eastern border with Everett is defined by 44th Avenue and Japanese Gulch until it reaches State Route 526. From there, the city's eastern boundary continues along State Route 525 along the west side of Paine Field in unincorporated Snohomish County. Mukilteo's southern border, also facing unincorporated neighborhoods, is defined by Beverly Park Road, the Picnic Point Ravine, and Hulk Creek, which drains into Possession Sound.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.50 square miles (24.60 km²), of which 6.40 square miles (16.58 km²) is land and 3.10 square miles (8.03 km²) is water. Mukilteo also has a designated urban growth area that extends south to 148th Street Southwest, bordering Lynnwood, and east to State Route 99. An advisory vote on whether to annex the entire urban growth area (with a population of 11,000 people) was rejected by city voters in 2010.

The majority of Mukilteo is located on a plateau overlooking Possession Sound and the Olympic Mountains to the west and Port Gardner Bay to the north. A major railroad runs along the shore, which is situated below a set of tall bluffs that are divided by ravines and gulches along several creeks. The bluffs were formed approximately 5,000 years before the present and eroded over time to form beaches and Point Elliott itself. The city has several recognized drainage basins, including the Japanese Gulch, Big Gulch, the Chennault Ravines, and Picnic Point Gulch. Mukilteo is also traversed from northwest to southeast by the Southern Whidbey Island Fault, a shallow earthquake fault zone discovered in 1996.

Mukilteo is located near two general hospitals: the Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett and Swedish Edmonds Hospital in Edmonds.

Health and wellness are paramount in Mukilteo, and the city boasts a variety of amenities to support a healthy lifestyle. Providence Harbour Pointe Clinic offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. The Mukilteo Family YMCA provides fitness classes, sports programs, and community events to promote well-being. Quality Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Start your fitness journey at Immortals Fitness, known for its comprehensive training programs. Those seeking tranquility can enjoy yoga sessions at Yoga In The Center. Families can head to the Mukilteo Family YMCA for a range of activities including swimming, sports, and fitness classes. Engage in community wellness events regularly hosted by the Rosehill Community Center.

Top sites in Mukilteo, WA are Harbour Pointe Golf Club, Lighthouse Park, and Boeing Future of Flight​.

Population: 21,299 (2024). ZIP code: 98275. Area code: 425. Elevation: 0−596 ft (0−182 m). Area: 9.62 square miles.

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What is Mukilteo WA known for?

Known for its iconic lighthouse and beautiful beaches, Mukilteo is a scenic waterfront community with stunning views of Possession Sound and the Olympic Mountain range. It is the site where the 1855 Point Elliott Treaty was signed. Conveniently located off of the I-5 corridor, just 10 minutes from Seattle Paine Field International Airport, Mukilteo offers visitors easy access to many of the region's most popular attractions including Boeing's Future of Flight, as well as the Mukilteo-Clinton ferry route.

What is the crime rate of Mukilteo WA?

The crime rate in Mukilteo is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 25 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Mukilteo is 1 in 39. Based on FBI crime data, Mukilteo is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Washington, Mukilteo has a crime rate that is higher than 70% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Mukilteo WA expensive to live in?

Mukilteo's housing expenses are 86% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 6% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 23% higher than the national average. Mukilteo has grocery prices that are 25% higher than the national average.

Sources

City of Mukilteo

Wikipedia

Seattle North Country

Payscale

Neighborhood Scout

Harbour Pointe Golf Club

Lighthouse Park

Boeing Future of Flight​

Providence Harbour Pointe Clinic

Mukilteo Family YMCA

Quality Fitness

Immortals Fitness

Yoga In The Center

Mukilteo Family YMCA

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