Elevation
Highest point in Washington
The highest point in Washington is Mount Rainier, at 14,400 feet (4,389 meters) above sea level. It ranks 4th among the 50 state high points.
From Pacific Ocean to Mount Rainier
Washington spans about 14,400 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 12.62 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 185 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Washington · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Washington
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Spokane, WA | 1,873 | 571 |
| Yakima, WA | 1,070 | 326 |
| Walla Walla, WA | 942 | 287 |
| Pasco, WA | 387 | 118 |
| Tacoma, WA | 243 | 74 |
| Seattle, WA | 184 | 56 |
| Olympia, WA | 95 | 29 |
| Bellingham, WA | 69 | 21 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Washington?
The highest point in Washington is Mount Rainier, at 14,400 feet (4,389 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 4th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Washington?
The lowest point is Pacific Ocean, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of Washington?
The mean elevation of Washington is about 1,699 feet (518 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Mount Rainier?
On a standard day about 17.30 inHg (586 hPa), 58% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 185 °F (85 °C).