Douglas County, Washington

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Douglas County

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Douglas County is a county located in the state of Washington. As of the 2020 census, the population was 42,596. The county seat is Waterville, and its largest city is East Wenatchee. The county was created on November 28, 1883, and is named after Stephen A. Douglas, an American politician from Illinois.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,849 square miles (4,790 km²), of which 1,820 square miles (4,710 km²) is land and 29 square miles (75 km²) (1.6%) is water.

Adjacent counties

• Okanogan County - north
• Ferry County - northeast
• Grant County - east
• Kittitas County - south
• Chelan County - west

National protected areas

• Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area (part)
• Wenatchee National Forest (part)

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, there were 42,596 people, 15,490 households, and 11,235 families residing in the county. The population density was 23 people per square mile (9/km²). There were 16,935 housing units at an average density of 9 per square mile (3/km²).

Communities

Cities

• East Wenatchee
• Rock Island
• Waterville

Towns

• Bridgeport
• Mansfield

Census-designated places

• Coulee Dam (part)
• Orondo

Unincorporated communities

• Douglas
• Palmer Lake

Economy

The economy of Douglas County is primarily based on agriculture, with significant contributions from apple and cherry orchards. The county is also known for its wine production, with several vineyards and wineries located in the region.

Education

Douglas County is served by several school districts, including the Eastmont School District and the Waterville School District. Higher education opportunities are available at Wenatchee Valley College in nearby Wenatchee.

Transportation

Major highways in Douglas County include U.S. Route 2, U.S. Route 97, and State Route 28. The county is also served by the Pangborn Memorial Airport, which provides regional air service.

See also

• List of counties in Washington
• National Register of Historic Places listings in Douglas County, Washington

External links

• Official Douglas County website

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