Welcome to Milton

The City of Milton blends small-town charm with convenient access to the greater Puget Sound region. Covering less than three square miles and home to just under 9,000 residents in both King and Pierce counties, Milton is known for its trees and fields, with glimpses of Mount Rainier and the hills of Tacoma. 

Milton offers a variety of parks, trails, and recreational amenities for all ages. You can enjoy the quiet Milton Interurban Trail, meet up for Pickleball at lively Milton Community Park, or catch some air at Milltown Commons Skatepark. 

Throughout the year, residents gather for community events, including the highly anticipated Milton Days celebration, which showcases the City's hometown spirit and enduring traditions. 

This strong sense of community is built on a foundation of engaged leadership, quality schools within the Fife School District, thriving local businesses, and lasting partnerships between residents, business owners, and city government. 

Founded in the early 1890s as "Mill Town," the community grew from a small settlement of homesteaders and lumber camp workers who supplied timber to local mills. When the U.S. Postal Service rejected the original two-wordname, the town became Milton, a change that residents proudly embraced. Today, the City of Milton continues to honor its rich heritage while moving toward an even brighter future.