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Snohomish, WA

Snohomish is a city in Snohomish County, Washington, United States. The population was 10,126 at the 2020 census. It is located on the Snohomish River, southeast of Everett and northwest of Monroe. Snohomish lies at the intersection of U.S. Route 2 and State Route 9. The city's airport, Harvey Airfield, is located south of downtown and used primarily for general aviation.

The city was founded in 1859 and named Cadyville after pioneer settler E. F. Cady was renamed Snohomish in 1871. It served as county seat of Snohomish County from 1861 to 1897, when the county government was relocated to Everett. Snohomish has a downtown district that is renowned for its collection of antique shops and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Snohomish is located along the north bank of the Snohomish River near where it is joined by the Pilchuck River. The city lies on the Getchell Hill Plateau, a low hill in the Snohomish River Valley that interrupts the wide, flat river valley. Some neighborhoods of the city are on a ridge that is west of the Pilchuck River, as well as Dutch Hill on the opposite bank. Blackmans Lake (formerly Stillaguamish Lake) is located north of downtown Snohomish and has a boat launch maintained by the city government. The river valley was formed approximately 14,000 years before present by the outflow of a glacial lake during the Vashon Glaciation event. The river itself floods during the winter season, occasionally breaching the dikes in Downtown Snohomish.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.60 square miles (9.32 km²), of which, 3.44 square miles (8.91 km²) is land and 0.16 square miles (0.41 km²) is water. Snhoomish's city limits are generally defined by the Snohomish River to the south, Fobes Hill to the west, several city streets to the north, and the Pilchuck River to the east. The city also has an urban growth area that extends north towards U.S. Route 2 and south of the Snohomish River to include Harvey Airfield.

The historic business and residential center of the town constitutes the Snohomish Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Many houses bear plaques with the year the house was built and the name of the people who originally occupied it. Each year the city gives tours of the historic houses; one of them, the Blackman House, is a year-round museum. 

The city's nearest general hospital is EvergreenHealth Monroe, managed by a public hospital district that includes Snohomish and the Skykomish Valley. Until its affiliation with the EvergreenHealth system in 2015, it was known as the Valley General Hospital. Snohomish is home to several general and specialty clinics, including those managed by Providence Health & Services and The Everett Clinic.

Snohomish takes pride in promoting health and wellness for its residents. The city offers numerous parks and recreational areas, including the Snohomish Aquatic Center that provides swimming and fitness programs for all ages. In addition to the city's parks, there are various fitness centers and yoga studios, such as Early Bird Coaching, to help residents stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The Snohomish County Health Department and Primary Care Clinic - Snohomish play a crucial role in ensuring public health, offering resources, and information to keep the community informed and safe. Begin your day with a relaxing yoga session at Longevita Pilates and Yoga Studio, which offers a range of classes to improve flexibility and strength. Fitness enthusiasts can enjoy a workout at FitTheorem, a facility that combines kickboxing with dynamic fitness routines. A unique wellness activity is available at the Carson Hot Springs Spa, where you can soak in natural mineral waters. If you’re looking for a more traditional fitness center, Olympus Spa in Lynnwood offers comprehensive spa and fitness services.

Top sites in Snohomish, WA include Snohomish Aquatic Center, Historic Downtown Snohomish, DoodleBug Sportz Outdoor Paintball Park, and Mountainview Blueberry Farm.

Population: 10,150 (2022). Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). ZIP Code: 98290–98291, 98296. Area Code: 360. Area: 3.72 sq mi (9.64 km²).

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Is Snohomish, WA a good place to live?

Snohomish is in Snohomish County. Living in Snohomish offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Snohomish and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Snohomish are above average.

What is the crime rate in Snohomish, WA?

The crime rate in Snohomish is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 29 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 Snohomish is 1 in 34. Based on FBI crime data, Snohomish is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Washington, Snohomish has a crime rate that is higher than 73% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

What is Snohomish, WA known for?

Snohomish has a downtown district that is renowned for its collection of antique shops and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The city government has nine developed parks with 167 acres (68 ha) of space reserved for public recreation, nature preserves, or other uses. These include Ferguson Park and Hill Park on Blackmans Lake; Morgantown Park and Pilchuck Park on the Pilchuck River; and Cady Park and KlaHaYa Park in downtown on the Snohomish River. Snohomish hosts an annual summer festival called Kla Ha Ya Days, which attracts up to 25,000 visitors and began in 1913. It is one of several community events affiliated with the regional Seafair, held annually in July.

Sources

City of Snohomish

Wikipedia

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

Snohomish Aquatic Center

Historic Downtown Snohomish

DoodleBug Sportz Outdoor Paintball Park

Mountainview Blueberry Farm

Early Bird Coaching

Snohomish County Health Department

Primary Care Clinic - Snohomish

Longevita Pilates and Yoga Studio

FitTheorem

Carson Hot Springs Spa

Olympus Spa

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