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Woodinville, WA

Woodinville is a city in King County, Washington, United States. The population was 13,069 at the 2020 census.  It is a part of the Seattle metropolitan area. There is also a much larger population with Woodinville mailing addresses in adjacent unincorporated areas of King (Cottage Lake) and Snohomish (Maltby) counties. Woodinville has waterfront parks on the Sammamish River, sweeping winery and brewery grounds, and densely wooded areas.

Before European-American settlement, the Woodinville area was inhabited by the native Sammamish people. Indigenous peoples had occupied the area for thousands of years.

In 1871, Ira Woodin and his wife Susan moved from Seattle and traveled up the Sammamish River where they built a cabin. They planned to log timber and farm cattle. A town gradually developed around them. Their cabin served as its first school and post office, with Susan Woodin appointed as postmaster. Woodin and his son-in-law Thomas Sanders set up the first general store.

Like other nearby towns, Woodinville began as a logging community and became a farming center in the early decades of the 20th century. After World War II, it developed as a suburb of Seattle. In 1969, rock bands including Led Zeppelin and The Guess Who performed at the Seattle Pop Festival at Woodinville's Gold Creek Park.

The community sought either incorporation as a city or annexation by neighboring Bothell in the 1970s to improve services. A later attempt by Bothell to annex portions of Woodinville in 1985 was halted but inspired an incorporation campaign. The residents of Woodinville voted for incorporation on May 19, 1992, the third attempt at becoming a city; a previous attempt had been rejected by a margin of 14 votes. Woodinville was officially incorporated on March 27, 1993.

In the late 1990s, Woodinville attempted to annex the adjacent community of Grace in Snohomish County. The county's government and the State Boundary Review Board rejected the proposal, citing the loss of tax revenue and legal issues with providing policing due to Woodinville's contracts with the King County Sheriff's Office. The area was also considered for a branch campus of the University of Washington that was ultimately built in Bothell.

Woodinville is located east of Bothell and northeast of Kirkland in northern King County. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.62 square miles (14.56 km²), of which, 5.60 square miles (14.50 km²) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.05 km²) is water.

The United States Postal Service identifies those homes in the 98072 and 98077 zip codes as being within Woodinville, though those zip codes exceed the city limits of Woodinville. The 98072 zip code extends north into unincorporated Snohomish County and east of the city limits. The 98077 zip code falls entirely outside the city limits of Woodinville to the east, though the postal service still identifies it as Woodinville, WA.

Health and wellness are integral to Woodinville's community ethos. UW Medicine Primary Care and EvergreenHealth Primary Care offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. For fitness enthusiasts, Woodinville Sports Club provides comprehensive sports facilities including tennis and fitness classes. Yoga practitioners can enjoy serene sessions at TruFusion, which offers yoga and other fusion fitness classes. To indulge in some relaxation, Willows Lodge Spa offers a variety of treatments in a tranquil setting. 

Top sites in Woodinville WA are 21 Acres Center, MoltenWorks Glass Studio, and Woodinville Heritage Society. 

Population: 13,718 (2023). ZIP codes: 98072, 98077. Area code: 425. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Area: 5.63 sq mi (14.58 km²).

FAQs

What is Woodinville, WA famous for?

Located about 15 miles northeast of Seattle, Woodinville offers the benefits of a bustling urban center against the backdrop of the picturesque Sammamish River Valley. Woodinville is known for its wine, tourism industries, and recreation opportunities. There are over 100 tasting rooms for wine, beer, and spirits within City limits. Bike trails are encompassing the City, recently renovated parks and play equipment for children and families, and an abundance of events, programs, and entertainment hosted by local community and business organizations.

What is the crime rate in Woodinville, WA?

With a crime rate of 42 per one thousand residents, Woodinville has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 24. Within Washington, more than 85% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Woodinville.

Is Woodinville, WA a good place to live?

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

Sources

City of Woodinville

Wikipedia

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

21 Acres Center 

MoltenWorks Glass Studio 

Woodinville Heritage Society

UW Medicine Primary Care

EvergreenHealth Primary Care

Planet Fitness

Woodinville Sports Club

TruFusion

Willows Lodge Spa

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