Federal Way

Federal Way is a city located in King County, Washington, between Seattle and Tacoma, and is part of the Seattle metropolitan area. The city is situated near the Puget Sound and is close to several major attractions, including the Mount Rainier National Park and the Washington Park Arboretum. Federal Way is also near the Muckleshoot Indian Reservation and the Puyallup Indian Reservation, and is home to the Weyerhaeuser Company headquarters. The city is accessible via Interstate 5 and State Route 509, and is close to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Geography

Federal Way is located at an elevation of 515 feet above sea level and has a total area of 22.46 square miles. The city is bordered by Des Moines, Washington to the north, Kent, Washington to the east, and Fife, Washington to the south. Federal Way is situated near the Green River (Washington), which flows into the Puget Sound and is home to several parks, including the Dash Point State Park and the Saltwater State Park. The city is also close to the Vashon Island and the Maury Island, and is accessible via the Washington State Ferries. Federal Way is near the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest and the Olympic National Park, and is home to several trails, including the Interurban Trail and the BPA Trail.

History

The area now known as Federal Way was originally inhabited by the Puyallup tribe and the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, and was later settled by European-American pioneers in the late 19th century. The city was named after the Federal Highway, which was built in the early 20th century and connected Seattle to Tacoma. Federal Way was officially incorporated as a city in 1990, and has since grown into a thriving community with a diverse economy and a strong sense of civic pride. The city is home to several historic landmarks, including the Weyerhaeuser Mansion and the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, and is close to the Fort Nisqually and the Museum of Glass. Federal Way is also near the LeMay - America's Car Museum and the Washington State History Museum, and is accessible via the Sound Transit system.

Demographics

As of the 2020 United States Census, the population of Federal Way was approximately 101,000 people, with a diverse range of ages, ethnicities, and incomes. The city has a median household income of around $73,000 and a median home value of around $340,000. Federal Way is home to several major employers, including the Weyerhaeuser Company, St. Francis Hospital, and the Federal Way Public Schools district. The city is also close to several major universities, including the University of Washington, Seattle University, and the University of Puget Sound. Federal Way is near the Bellevue College and the Green River College, and is accessible via the King County Metro system.

Economy

The economy of Federal Way is diverse and thriving, with major industries including healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. The city is home to several major employers, including the Weyerhaeuser Company, St. Francis Hospital, and the Federal Way Public Schools district. Federal Way is also close to several major shopping centers, including the The Commons at Federal Way and the Federal Way Mall, and is accessible via the Interstate 5 and State Route 509. The city is near the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and the Port of Seattle, and is home to several major logistics and transportation companies, including UPS and FedEx. Federal Way is also close to the Boeing Company and the Microsoft Corporation, and is accessible via the Sound Transit system.

Education

Federal Way is served by the Federal Way Public Schools district, which operates several schools in the area, including Federal Way High School, Thomas Jefferson High School, and Decatur High School. The city is also close to several major universities, including the University of Washington, Seattle University, and the University of Puget Sound. Federal Way is near the Bellevue College and the Green River College, and is accessible via the King County Metro system. The city is home to several major libraries, including the Federal Way Regional Library and the King County Library System, and is close to the Seattle Central Library and the University of Washington Libraries. Federal Way is also near the Museum of Pop Culture and the Seattle Art Museum, and is accessible via the Sound Transit system.

Government

Federal Way is a charter city with a council-manager government, and is led by a city council and a city manager. The city is part of the King County, Washington government and is represented in the Washington State Legislature by the 33rd Legislative District. Federal Way is also part of the 9th Congressional District and is represented in the United States Congress by Adam Smith (Washington politician). The city is home to several major government agencies, including the Federal Way Police Department and the South King Fire and Rescue, and is close to the King County Sheriff's Office and the Washington State Patrol. Federal Way is near the Seattle City Hall and the King County Courthouse, and is accessible via the Interstate 5 and State Route 509. Category:Cities in Washington (state)