Brownstown, Washington facts for kids
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Brownstown, Washington
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 Brownstown, Washington
Location in Yakima County
Brownstown, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Yakima |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98920
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| Area code(s) | 509 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1512039 |
Brownstown is a small, unincorporated community located in Yakima County, Washington, in the United States. Being an "unincorporated community" means it's a recognized place, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the larger county.
This community is found about 3 miles (5 kilometers) west of a place called Harrah. Even though it's small, Brownstown has its own post office and a special ZIP code, which is 98920.
About Brownstown
Brownstown is known as a farming community. This means that many people who live there work in agriculture, growing crops or raising animals. It's a quiet area where homes and farms are spread out, making it feel like a "loosely-knit" community.
Location and Surroundings
Brownstown is located within the Yakama Nation Reservation. This is a large area of land that belongs to the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, a group of Native American tribes. The community is roughly halfway between two other places: Wapato and White Swan.
The local post office for Brownstown is an important spot for the community. You can find it where Branch Road meets Brownstown Road. This post office helps connect the residents to the rest of the country by handling their mail.
See also
- In Spanish: Brownstown (Washington) para niños
