Sammamish is a city located in King County, Washington. It was incorporated in 1999.
The city of Sammamish has a small business community located at the Pine Lake and Inglewood shopping centers and along East Lake Sammamish Parkway to meet the needs of its residents. In addition, many home occupations are also located throughout the city.
The two primary business areas, Pine Lake and Inglewood run along the city’s main north/south arterial corridor, 228th Avenue. Most employees in the city are those who provide community services such as teachers, police and city workers, and those working in retail shops and restaurants. A possible third business area, Sammamish Commons located in between the two primary business areas is currently under a land use study. A public planning process led by a team of citizens and city land use consultants will help determine the proper zoning and future for the area based on goals and policies outlined in the city comprehensive plan.
Sammamish is a city with families who value the quality of life. The city takes pride in its stewardship of the natural environment, its sense of community and its vision as a family friendly, kid safe community. Sammamish is fortunate to have both the Lake Washington and the Issaquah School Districts within city limits. Both school systems are highly rated. Parents and educators are active with school programs within each school system.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $694,543
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 35,242. Sammamish covers 18.1 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 54 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 98053 - Area code commonly used in this area: 425
Weather
Sammamish, WA climate is mild during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 60's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is August with an average maximum temperature of 75.80 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 35.20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be fairly limited during summer with a difference that can reach 19 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 12 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Sammamish is 35.96 Inches. Winter months tend to be wetter than summer months. The wettest month of the year is December with an average rainfall of 5.45 Inches.
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