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Rosedale, Washington
Rosedale, Washington is located in Washington (state)
Rosedale, Washington
Rosedale, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Country United States
State Washington
County Pierce
Area
 • Total 4.63 sq mi (12.0 km2)
Elevation
479 ft (146 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 4,044
 • Density 873.4/sq mi (337.0/km2)
Time zone Pacific
Area code(s) 253

Rosedale is a community in Pierce County, Washington, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government.

What is Rosedale?

Rosedale is a small community located in the state of Washington. It's part of Pierce County, Washington, which is found in the western part of the state.

Where is Rosedale Located?

Rosedale is located at specific map coordinates. These are like a unique address on a global map. Its location is 47°20′27″N (north) and 122°37′59″W (west). This places it in the Pacific Time Zone.

How Many People Live in Rosedale?

According to information from 2010, Rosedale had a population of 4,044 people. Out of these, 1,478 were male and 2,566 were female.

History of Rosedale

The community of Rosedale got its name from the beautiful roses that grew near where the first buildings were put up. A post office was opened in Rosedale in 1887. It helped people send and receive mail for many years before it closed in 1918.

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