Rosedale is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Pierce County, Washington.
A post office called Rosedale was established in 1887, and remained in operation until 1918.[1] The community was named for roses near the original town site.[2]
Demographics
In 2010, it had a population of 4,044 inhabitants. 1,478 are male. 2,566 are female.[3]
Geography
Rosedale is located at coordinates 47°20′27″N 122°37′59″W.
References
- ^ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 22 August 2016.
- ^ Meany, Edmond S. (1923). Origin of Washington geographic names. Seattle: University of Washington Press. p. 249.
- ^ "Rosedale, Washington". Retrieved 20 August 2014.
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