Kent Washington

Overview

Kent is located in King County, and is the second oldest incorporated city after Seattle in the county. Home to the ShoWare Center and the Pacific Raceways, Kent offers visitors and residents alike a taste of something different with each visit.

Fun Facts

  • Kent is currently the 6th largest city in the State of Washington according to a 2014 estimate
  • The city is home to about 124,929 residents
  • Was known as the lettuce capital of the country during the Great Depression
  • Physical size: 34.19 square miles
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