Business

"The City of Mountlake Terrace has a strong vision for its Town Center, stimulating the local economy, providing incentives for investment in the downtown, and encouraging stewardship of the environment.” 

Josh Brown, Executive Director, Puget Sound Regional Council, June 2015

A Sound Location For Your Business

Overview
The City of Mountlake Terrace is pleased that you have chosen or are considering our city to do business. Our goal is to strengthen our economic base and quality of life, and to ensure that your experience is positive and efficient. 
 
Conveniently Located with Many Amenities
Mountlake Terrace has a median age of 36.6 and is an attractive, affordable place to locate. Located just 14 miles north of Seattle along the I-5 corridor and on the King/Snohomish County line, 
 
With six distinct business-zoning districts, some with mountain and lake views, Mountlake Terrace is home to major employers, retailers and small businesses. Premera Blue Cross is the largest business with about 2,600 employees.

Here you will also find a movie theater, shops, restaurants, clinics, library and a variety of housing. The city has excellent schools, served by the Edmonds School District, and approximately 260 acres of recreational attractions including parks, play fields, golf course, year-round swimming, sports pavilion and public open space.

Contact Us

  1. Community & Economic Development

    Email

    Physical Address
    6100 219th Street SW
    Suite 200
    Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043

    Phone: 425-744-6207
    Fax: 425-775-0420

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Quick Links & Information

Population:                    21,090
Households:                    8,992
Jobs:                                  7,420
Median Income:         $59,007
   


Economic Development 
Zoning Map 
Mountlake Terrace Business Association 
Main Street Revitalization Project
Town Center Plan
Economic Alliance of Snohomish County 
SNOPUD Energy Rebates 
Ample Transit Connections
The five-story Mountlake Terrace Transit Center accommodates nearly 900 vehicles at the 236th Street SW exit from I-5. The parking garage connects via a pedestrian bridge to the Freeway Station in the median of I-5 for catching Seattle-Everett express busses operated by Sound Transit.

We are committed to promoting healthy economic development and providing jobs. Although the city has been substantially developed, there are about 254 acres of commercial and light industrial areas that provide opportunities for quality infill and redevelopment. The city is diversifying and rebuilding its Town Center economy through the Town Center Subarea Plan process. The city adopted a Sustainability Strategy providing goals to promote environmental stewardship while ensuring community livability and economic prosperity.

Our Development Services staff is available to assist you with all your business needs, whether it's land use planning, permitting, or simply needing basic information. We take pride in providing excellent customer service and invite you to contact us for all your business needs.