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Sammamish is a city located in King County, Washington. As of 2020, the population of Sammamish was 66,673. Sammamish has grown rapidly in recent decades, more than tripling in population since 2000.

History of Sammamish

Some key facts about the history of Sammamish:

The area was originally home to Native American tribes including the Snoqualmie, Skykomish and other Coast Salish peoples
Sammamish was officially incorporated as a city in 1999
The name "Sammamish" comes from the Native American Sammamish tribe and means "hunting ground"
Logging and railroads drove early development of the area starting in the late 1800s
Suburban growth took off in Sammamish in the 1990s and 2000s

For more on the history of Sammamish, visit the Sammamish Wikipedia page.

Population and Demographics

As of the 2020 Census, Sammamish had a population of 66,673 residents. Other key demographic facts about Sammamish:

The median age is 41.5 years old
Roughly 31% of residents are under 18 years old
Around 86% of residents are white, with Asian residents making up the second largest racial group at just under 10% of the population
The median household income is $157,656, significantly above the national median

Sammamish is considered an affluent, family-oriented suburban community. The excellent schools and parks make it an attractive place to raise children.

Government

Sammamish is governed by a council-manager form of government, with a seven-member city council making policy decisions. The city council appoints a city manager to oversee day-to-day operations. The Sammamish City Hall address and phone number:

801 228th Ave SE
Sammamish, WA 98075
Phone: (425) 295-0500

For more information on Sammamish's elected officials and city departments, visit the City of Sammamish website.

Economy and Major Employers

Sammamish has a strong local economy anchored by several major employers:

Microsoft - Software company headquartered in nearby Redmond with a large campus in Sammamish. Address: 158th Pl NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Phone: (425) 882-8080.
Costco Wholesale - International retail chain with headquarters in Issaquah and a corporate office in Sammamish. Address: 999 Lake Dr, Issaquah, WA 98027. Phone: (425) 313-8100.
T-Mobile - Wireless network provider with a large corporate campus in Sammamish. Address: 7277 164th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Phone: (800) 937-8997.

Other major industries include health care, retail, construction and education. Tourism is also an economic driver thanks to recreation opportunities like Pine Lake Park (20830 NE 16th St, Sammamish, WA 98074). For more on economic development in Sammamish, visit the Sammamish Chamber of Commerce website.

Landmarks and Attractions

Some of the most popular landmarks and attractions in Sammamish include:

Sammamish Heritage Society Cabin

This historic log cabin from the late 1800s offers a glimpse into Sammamish's early pioneer history. Address: 127 East Main, Sammamish, WA 98075
GPS Coordinates: 47.61693° N, 122.03428° W

Pine Lake Park

This large park features a swimming beach, sports fields, walking trails and stunning views of Pine Lake. Address: 20830 NE 16th St, Sammamish, WA 98074
GPS Coordinates: 47.6077997° N, 122.0356526° W

Marymoor Park

Located just outside Sammamish in nearby Redmond, this large county park offers cycling, climbing, concerts and more. Address: 6046 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA 98052
GPS Coordinates: 47.66374° N, 122.09571° W

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Sammamish is provided by King County Metro. Popular bus routes include:

Route 216 - Connects Sammamish to Redmond, Kirkland and other Eastside communities
Route 269 - Links Sammamish and Issaquah
Route 929 - Express bus to downtown Seattle

Fares and route planning are available on the King County Metro website. In the future, Sammamish could be connected to regional transit if voter-approved plans for light rail expansion on the Eastside come to fruition.

Education

Public education in Sammamish falls under the jurisdiction of two school districts:

Lake Washington School District

Serves the northern portion of Sammamish. Address: 16250 NE 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052
Phone: (425) 936-1200 Website: Lake Washington School District

Issaquah School District

Serves the southern portion of Sammamish. Address: 565 NW Holly St, Issaquah, WA 98027
Phone: (425) 837-7000 Website: Issaquah School District In addition, the city is home to several private schools. Higher education options include Cascadia College, a public community college with a campus in neighboring Bothell.

Local Resources

City of Sammamish - Official city government website with info on departments, services, events and more. www.sammamish.us
Sammamish Library - Public library branch with books, events, computers and more. 825 228th Ave NE, Sammamish, WA 98074. Phone: (425) 392-3130. Website
Sammamish Farmers Market - Seasonal farmers market on Saturdays from June to October. 801 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA 98075. Website
Sammamish Arts Commission - Promotes arts and cultural events in Sammamish. Website
Sammamish Community and Aquatic Center - Recreation center with pools, fitness center, sports courts, camps and classes. 801 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA 98075. Phone: (425) 295-4131. Website.

Sammamish on Social Media

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Local Sports Teams

Sammamish is home to Eastlake High School, whose sports teams are known as the Wolves. Visit the Eastlake Athletics website for schedules and updates. Other local teams include:

Skyline High School Spartans (neighboring Issaquah) - Website
Issaquah High School Eagles (neighboring Issaquah) - Website
Seattle Sounders FC (Major League Soccer) - Website
Seattle Seahawks (NFL Football) - Website

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