Everett Birth Records
Everett birth records are handled by the Snohomish County Health Department, which has its main office right in Everett. As the county seat of Snohomish County, Everett is where the primary health department office is located. This makes getting a certified birth certificate more convenient for Everett residents than for people in smaller Snohomish County communities. This guide explains how to get a birth certificate in Everett, what identification and documents are required, what fees apply, and how to find older historical birth records from Everett and Snohomish County.
Everett Birth Records Overview
Where to Get Everett Birth Records
The Snohomish County Health Department main office at 3020 Rucker Ave, Suite 104, Everett WA 98201 is the primary location for getting a certified birth certificate. This is the county seat office, so it handles the highest volume of requests in Snohomish County. Walk-in service is available Monday through Friday from 8am to 3:30pm. If you live in Everett, this is likely the most convenient option since the office is right in your city.
The fee for a certified birth certificate is $25 plus a $15 identity verification fee. Lobby kiosks are also available and charge a $3.50 service fee on top of the base fees. Kiosks give you a self-service option during lobby hours if you prefer that over waiting for a staff member. The Snohomish County Health Department birth certificate page has current information on what to bring, accepted payment methods, and any updated fees.
| Office | Snohomish County Health Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 3020 Rucker Ave, Suite 104 Everett, WA 98201 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Website | snohd.org/300/Birth-Certificates |
| Fee | $25 + $15 ID verification ($3.50 extra for kiosk) |
Washington State DOH at doh.wa.gov is also available for Everett residents who prefer mail or online orders. Online orders through VitalChek add a service fee but are convenient if you cannot visit the office in person. WA211 at wa211.org can connect Everett residents with local health resources if you need additional help navigating the process.
Who Can Request an Everett Birth Certificate
Washington restricts who can get a certified copy of a birth record. This changed significantly in January 2021 when RCW 70.58A.050 took effect. The rule applies to all Washington birth records, including those for people born in Everett and Snohomish County. Certified copies are only available to qualified applicants.
Qualified applicants include the person named on the certificate if they are age 18 or older, a parent or legal guardian of the person named, a legal representative authorized by one of those individuals, a funeral director in some circumstances, and certain government agencies. If you are not in one of these categories, you can request an informational copy instead. An informational copy shows the same information but is stamped to indicate it cannot be used for official legal purposes. It works for genealogy and personal research but not for a passport application or court proceeding.
If you have questions about whether you qualify, call Snohomish County Health Department directly or review the eligibility guidance at doh.wa.gov. Both the state and county offices follow the same rules under Washington law.
Washington law allows adult adoptees to request their original birth certificates directly from DOH or from the county health office where they were born, without needing a court order.
Historical Everett Birth Records
Everett has been the Snohomish County seat since the county was established, so the city has a long history of record-keeping. Washington started a statewide vital records system in 1907. Before that, birth records were maintained locally and not always consistently. For births in Everett before 1907, you need to look at historical archives rather than the health department.
The Washington State Archives Northwest Regional Branch holds pre-1907 Snohomish County records. The branch is located in Bellingham. It covers the northwest region of Washington and has physical and sometimes digitized records from Snohomish County. Their collection includes birth registrations gathered at the local level before state oversight began. Check with the branch directly at sos.wa.gov/archives/northwest for access procedures and what is available.
The Washington State Digital Archives provides free online access to many of these older records, which you can search from home. The Everett Public Library Northwest History Collection is another resource. It holds local historical materials that can help with genealogical research for the Everett area, including records that are not available in the state archives system.
The Snohomish County Auditor's office at snohomishcountywa.gov also maintains some historical recording documents that may be useful for research going back further than 1907.
Washington State Birth Records Resources
Washington DOH maintains the statewide vital records system for all counties, including Snohomish. For Everett residents, the DOH site is useful for understanding state-level policies, adoptee rights, and ordering options when the local office is not accessible. The DOH vital records portal covers all the key topics in one place.
Adoptees born in Everett who were placed for adoption can now request their original birth certificates under Washington's reformed adoptee access law. This applies to adult adoptees and does not require a court petition. The process runs through DOH or through the Snohomish County Health Department. Either office can handle the request.
Start your historical Everett birth records search at the Digital Archives before visiting a physical archive. The site is free, searchable by name, and covers a wide range of Snohomish County records.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Everett and also have birth records processed through Snohomish County Health Department or nearby county offices.
Snohomish County Birth Records
Everett is the county seat of Snohomish County and home to the main health department office that issues birth certificates for the county. For full details on the county-level birth records system and resources, visit the Snohomish County birth records page.