King

King County

Updated on: December 11, 2021
Coordinates
33° 36' 36" N, 100° 15' 0" W (33.61, -100.25)
State
Texas
Region
Northwest
County Seat:
Guthrie
Year Organized:
1850
Total Square Miles:
913.342
Population:
296 (2017)
Persons/Square Mile:
0
King County Website
http://www.co.king.tx.us/

Contiguous Counties

Cottle (N)
Foard (NE)
Knox (E)
Stonewall (S)
Dickens (W)
Haskell (SE)

King County Town List

County structure

Government Type:
County
Authority:
Dillon's Rule
Legislative Body:
Commisioners Court
Size of Legislative Body:
5

Demographics

2018 Population:
296
25 to 64 Years of Age:
51.62%
65 Years of Age and Older:
17.69%

Economy, 2018

Gross Domestic Product (GDP):
$208.5 M
Labor Force:
214
Unemployment Rate:
2.80%

County Contact

PO BOX 127
County Courthouse
Guthrie, TX, 79236-0127

http://www.kingcountytexas.us/

Washington State of the U.S. has 39 counties and King is one of them. King County is the largest County in Washington State and covers an area of 5975 km².

According to the 2021 census, this region has a population of 2,301,620, giving it a growth rate of 18.74%. As a result, the County has a population density of 1353.56.  This area hosts approximately 29% of the Washington state’s population.

This County’s county seat is Seattle and covers 142.5 sq mi (369 km2). The land covers 83.9 sq mi while the waters take 58.7sq mi.

The average rainfall of this part of Washington is 44 inches higher than that of the entire U.S. 38 inches.

The County takes the 19th position in the congregational district, while in the senatorial district, the region is position 31.

Population Wellness

King County residents are healthy people. This population has a life expectancy of 82.4 years, higher than the national median of 77.5 years.

Approximately 94% of the population has health insurance, making it easy to access health care. The percentage is even higher than the national average of around 90%.

The smoking rate of the region is 10.7% and is half the national median of 21.1%.

The County has 11.1% of adults with regular mental distress while the entire United States has an average of 15.1%. Medicare beneficiaries due to depression are about 16.3% which is slightly lower than 18.0% of the U.S.

Education Achievement

Training and education are essential to developing and maintaining a highly-skilled workforce that is well paid. Here, we consider adults aged 25 years and above.

Education attainment of this County affects unemployment and wages in the region. The area is in the record of having the most educated people in the U.S. The various achievement levels include Graduate degree, Bachelors degree, Associates degree, College, High School graduate, 9th-12th Grade, and the below 9th Grade.

By 2018, 53.2% of the region’s adults were holding a Bachelor’s degree or beyond. Degree holders in this County earn almost twice as much as what a high school diploma holder earns.

The unemployment rate is low in this County, with only 2.2% of Bachelors degree holders without a job.

Climatic Conditions

The region receives an average rainfall of 44 inches which is slightly lower than the 38 inches of the U.S. The county rainfall is highest in November, with 19.3 days of 7.1 inches on average.

The month with the lowest rain is August, having 5.4 days of rain. On average, the County has 161.1 rainy days per year, with the rainiest season being spring, while autumn has the lowest rainfall.

The average snow of King County is 6 inches, significantly lower than the U.S. 28 inches annually. December has the highest snow level of 2.1inches. The region has higher precipitation in 161.1 days, while the U.S. has 106.2 days.

This County has 153 sunny days per year on average, considerably lower than the U.S.205 days. August has the highest average temperatures of 76.3°, making the region one of the coolest places in Washington. July, August, and September are the most pleasant months, with temperatures ranging between 75-85°. King County has 2.2 high-temperature days annually with over 90°. The coldest nighttime month is December, with 35.0° on average.

Recreation and Leisure

The County has 205 parks. These are ideal places for relaxation purposes. Here you’ll find pools and playgrounds, ball fields, quiet meadows, lush forests, and sweeping vistas of Puget, rivers, and mountains.

Other leisure activities include swimming, boating, mountain biking, and hiking.  There is something for everyone to enjoy in King County!

King County Offices

The King County government operates from Seattle city and includes the following offices.

  1. County Judge Office

The officer in charge of this office is The Honorable Duane Lee Daniel. This office ensures public justice through effective and accessible forums. The debates offer legal resolutions that are just, understandable, and timely. You can reach the office through phone (806-596-4411) or fax (806-596-4030).

  1. County Attorney Office

The boss in this office is George “Trey” Poage. He’s responsible for the prosecution of all felonies committed in the County. The office also prosecutes all misbehavior from unincorporated areas of the region. To contact the office, call (806) 928-2872 or send an email to [email protected].

  1. Commissioners Court Office

This office has four commissioners, namely Reggie Hatfield (Telephone: 806-596-4341/ Fax 806-596-4664), Chris McCauley (Telephone: 806-596-4434/ Fax: 806-596-4664), Dwayne Green (Telephone: 806-596-4497/ Fax: 806-596-4664), Jay Hurt (Telephone: 806-596-4389/ Fax: 806-596-4664). The office handles civil, domestic, and juvenile matters, plus criminal cases. It’s also responsible for appeals from limited jurisdiction courts.

  1. County Clerk Office

Jammye D. Timmons heads this office. He maintains and manages access to the official superior case records. And also allows public records general viewing. You can reach the clerk through phone: 806-596-4412 or Fax: 806-596-4664.

  1. Chief Appraiser Office

The head of this office is Kala Briggs. The officer is responsible for the determination of taxable income market value. The office also handles the administration of special valuations and exemptions authorized by local bodies. Use phone: 806-596-4588 or fax: 806-596-4041 to contact the office.

  1. Justice of Peace Office

The official heading of this office is Melody Pettiet. This office is responsible for the reception of criminal information and warrant issuing. If you need to communicate with this office, call 806-596-4481or fax 806-596-4481.

  1. County Treasurer Office

The director of this office is Maggie Oliver. It facilitates the billing, collection, distribution, and reporting of personal and real property taxes. The office also handles gambling taxes and the assessments of the local improvement district. You can easily access the office through phone: 806-596-4319 or fax: 806-596-4010.

  1. Tax Assessor-Collector Office

The tax assessor is Amy McCauley. The office aims at discovering, listing, appraising properties equitably and accurately. You can reach out to the office through phone: 806-596-4318, fax: 806-596-4318, or [email protected].

  1. Sheriff Office

Sheriff Michael R. McWhirter heads this office. The office is responsible for enforcing the law in all the County’s unincorporated areas. You can contact the Sheriff through phone: 806-596-4413 or fax: 806-596-4316.