[5] The Royal Slope was named Washington state's 15th designated wine growing region (AVA - American Viticultural Area) on September 2, 2020.

[6] Today, this small farming community is most known for producing a wide variety of crops, thanks to a long growing season.

Apples, cherries, peaches, timothy and alfalfa hay, melons, potatoes, onions, wine grapes, pears, mint and corn are grown in this area.

The Royal Slope area is a popular place for birders, hunters, and golfers as well.

[7] The Royal High Knight mascot and colors, black and gold, were selected by the ASB class officers of 1965.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.35 square miles (3.50 km2), all of it land.

4.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.