White Center, WA
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About White Center
- • Sir Mix-a-Lot, the famous rapper known for "Baby Got Back", hails from White Center.
- • The Southgate Roller Rink, a local institution, has been a hub for roller skating culture.
- • Its location at the intersection of major highways spurred White Center's early growth.
- • White Center is nicknamed "Rat City" due to a WWII-era military vehicle repair shop.
- • The Great Seattle Fire of 1889 indirectly spurred growth as displaced residents moved south.
- • It's named for the White family's store and was established around 1915 but is unincorporated.
- • With around 25,000 residents, it's slightly more populous than nearby Mercer Island.
- • At 351 feet, White Center's elevation is higher than much of downtown Seattle.
- • Many residents work in service industries, retail, and construction across the Seattle metro.
- • White Center feels like a resilient and evolving community, full of grit and authenticity.
- • The Seattle Kraken, just a short drive away, debuted in 2021, electrifying the region.
- • Highline High School, near White Center, has produced multiple NFL players over the decades.