ZIP Code 98042: Kent, WA
Kent in King County, Washington uses ZIP code 98042. Its reference point is at latitude 47.368 and longitude -122.1206 (47°22'04.8"N 122°07'14.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 98042
Kent has 7 ZIP codes in our directory, and King County has 122.
Washington has 747 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 98038 in Maple Valley, about 3.2 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 98042 |
|---|---|
| Place | Kent |
| County | King County |
| State | Washington |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 47.368 |
| Longitude | -122.1206 |
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Map of ZIP Code 98042
Map centred on 47.368, -122.1206. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Kent, Washington
Final Look Inside the Kent Fred Meyer Store Closing | Kent, WA | Walking Tour — by PNW 4K · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 98042
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 98042, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 98042, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Federal Way – 2.1 mi southwest
- Auburn – 2.7 mi southeast
- Maple Valley – 3.2 mi east
- Black Diamond – 6.7 mi southeast
- Renton – 8.0 mi north
- Enumclaw – 8.2 mi southeast
- Pacific – 9.1 mi southwest
- Ravensdale – 11 mi east
- Issaquah – 12 mi northeast
- Seattle – 12 mi north
- Milton – 12 mi southwest
- Bellevue – 13 mi north
Schools Near Kent
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 98042 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Kent, King County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Maple Valley, Federal Way and Renton widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Kent are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 98042.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Kent can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Maple Valley, Federal Way and Renton.
Shopping and Dining in Kent
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Kent are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Kent, Washington can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of King County along with the name Kent.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 98042, Maple Valley lies about 3.2 mi to the east, Federal Way lies about 4.0 mi to the south, Renton lies about 5.4 mi to the north, Auburn lies about 5.6 mi to the south and Black Diamond lies about 6.7 mi to the southeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Kent show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 98042
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Final Look Inside the Kent Fred Meyer Store Closing | Kent, WA | Walking Tour” by PNW 4K, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 98042 comes from GeoNames and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).