Tacoma & South Puget Sound
Milton, Washington
City
Small city spanning the King-Pierce line
Milton is a small city on the Puyallup River valley edge that straddles the King and Pierce county line, with a mostly residential character.
History & Local Character
Incorporated in 1907 as a farming community, Milton grew slowly and retains a small-town scale.
Housing & Real Estate
Mid-century single-family homes and small apartment buildings.
Restaurants & Shopping
Pacific Highway holds casual restaurants and cafes, with fuller options in Federal Way and Fife.
Schools & Education
Fife and Federal Way school districts serve portions of the city.
Parks & Recreation
Milton's parks and the nearby Puyallup River trail offer recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
SR 99 and I-5 are nearby; King County Metro and Pierce Transit both serve Milton.
Local Businesses
Neighborhood services, auto shops and restaurants.
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Nearby Attractions
- Puyallup River
- Dash Point State Park
- Wild Waves Theme Park
- Federal Way
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Small-town feel with central location
- Affordable housing
- Two transit systems
Considerations
- Split between two counties and districts
- Limited local commerce
Frequently Asked Questions
Which county is Milton in?
Milton straddles the King and Pierce county line, with parts of the city in each county.