Washington
Approximately 60 percent of Washington residents live in the Seattle metro area. But there are smaller cities throughout the state that hold unique appeal and charm. Washington is a leading agricultural state along with industries such as aircraft, computer software, telecommunications and lumber, and residents enjoy a variety of outdoor recreational choices like Mount Rainier National Park and the Puget Sound. Top universities include Washington, Washington State and Eastern Washington. Thinking of moving to this gorgeous West Coast state? Read on to learn more about working and living in Washington.
On the Palouse
This digital edition of the On the Palouse is sponsored by Moscow Chamber of Commerce + Visitor Center and Pullman Chamber of Commerce.
Puyallup-Sumner, WA
This digital edition of the Puyallup-Sumner, WA is sponsored by Puyallup/Sumner Chamber of Commerce.
Quick Facts About Washington
- Median Household Income
- $100,188
- Average Property Tax
- $2,915
- State Population
- 8,003,379
- Sales Tax Rate
- 6.5 %
- State Income Tax
- 0%
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1,592
Washington Businesses & Brands to Know
Places We Love In Washington
Cities in Washington on Livability.com
- Aberdeen, WA
- Airway Heights, WA
- Alderwood Manor, WA
- Anacortes, WA
- Arlington, WA
- Artondale, WA
- Auburn, WA
- Bainbridge Island, WA
- Bangor Base, WA
- Barberton, WA
- Battle Ground, WA
- Bellevue, WA
- Bellingham, WA
- Birch Bay, WA
- Blaine, WA
- Bonney Lake, WA
- Bothell East, WA
- Bothell West, WA
- Bothell, WA
- Bremerton, WA
- Brier, WA
- Bryn Mawr-Skyway, WA
- Burien, WA
- Burlington, WA
- Camano, WA
- Camas, WA
- Cavalero, WA
- Centralia, WA
- Chehalis, WA
- Cheney, WA
- Clarkston Heights-Vineland, WA
- Clarkston, WA
- Clover Creek, WA
- College Place, WA
- Connell, WA
- Cottage Lake, WA
- Country Homes, WA
- Covington, WA
- Des Moines, WA
- DuPont, WA
- Duvall, WA
- East Renton Highlands, WA
- East Wenatchee, WA
- Eastmont, WA
- Edgewood, WA
- Edmonds, WA
- Elk Plain, WA
- Ellensburg, WA
- Enumclaw, WA
- Ephrata, WA
- Everett, WA
- Fairwood, WA
- Fairwood, WA
- Federal Way, WA
- Felida, WA
- Ferndale, WA
- Fife, WA
- Finley, WA
- Fircrest, WA
- Five Corners, WA
- Fort Lewis, WA
- Frederickson, WA
- Gig Harbor, WA
- Graham, WA
- Grandview, WA
- Hazel Dell, WA
- Hobart, WA
- Hockinson, WA
- Hoquiam, WA
- Issaquah, WA
- Kelso, WA
- Kenmore, WA
- Kennewick, WA
- Kent, WA
- Kirkland, WA
- Klahanie CDP, WA
- Lacey, WA
- Lake Forest Park, WA
- Lake Morton-Berrydale, WA
- Lake Shore, WA
- Lake Stevens, WA
- Lake Stickney, WA
- Lake Tapps, WA
- Lakeland North, WA
- Lakeland South, WA
- Lakewood, WA
- Larch Way, WA
- Liberty Lake, WA
- Longview, WA
- Lynden, WA
- Lynnwood, WA
- Maltby, WA
- Manchester, WA
- Maple Valley, WA
- Maplewood, WA
- Martha Lake, WA
- Marysville, WA
- Mead, WA
- Medical Lake, WA
- Mercer Island, WA
- Midland, WA
- Mill Creek East, WA
- Mill Creek, WA
- Milton, WA
- Minnehaha, WA
- Monroe, WA
- Moses Lake, WA
- Mount Vernon, WA
- Mount Vista, WA
- Mountlake Terrace, WA
- Mukilteo, WA
- Newcastle, WA
- Normandy Park, WA
- North Bend, WA
- North Lynnwood, WA
- Oak Harbor, WA
- Ocean Shores, WA
- Olympia, WA
- Omak, WA
- Orchards, WA
- Orting, WA
- Othello, WA
- Otis Orchards-East Farms, WA
- Pacific, WA
- Parkland, WA
- Parkwood, WA
- Pasco, WA
- Picnic Point, WA
- Port Angeles, WA
- Port Orchard, WA
- Port Townsend, WA
- Poulsbo, WA
- Prairie Ridge, WA
- Prosser, WA
- Pullman, WA
- Puyallup, WA
- Quincy, WA
- Redmond, WA
- Renton, WA
- Richland, WA
- Ridgefield, WA
- Salmon Creek, WA
- Sammamish, WA
- SeaTac, WA
- Seattle, WA
- Sedro-Woolley, WA
- Selah, WA
- Sequim, WA
- Shelton, WA
- Shoreline, WA
- Silver Firs, WA
- Silverdale, WA
- Snohomish, WA
- Snoqualmie, WA
- South Hill, WA
- Spanaway, WA
- Spokane Valley, WA
- Spokane, WA
- Stanwood, WA
- Steilacoom, WA
- Sudden Valley, WA
- Sultan, WA
- Summit View, WA
- Summit, WA
- Sumner, WA
- Sunnyside, WA
- Tacoma, WA
- Tanglewilde, WA
- Terrace Heights, WA
- Toppenish, WA
- Town and Country, WA
- Tracyton, WA
- Tukwila, WA
- Tumwater, WA
- Union Gap, WA
- Union Hill-Novelty Hill, WA
- University Place, WA
- Vancouver, WA
- Vashon, WA
- Walla Walla, WA
- Waller, WA
- Walnut Grove, WA
- Wapato, WA
- Washougal, WA
- Wenatchee, WA
- West Clarkston-Highland, WA
- West Richland, WA
- West Side Highway, WA
- White Center, WA
- Wollochet, WA
- Woodinville, WA
- Woodland, WA
- Woods Creek, WA
- Yakima, WA
- Yelm, WA
Experiences & Adventures in Washington
8 Fun Family Vacation Destinations in Washington
From misty beaches and forest trails to kid-approved museums and cozy small towns, the Evergreen State has something for everyone.
Winter Wonderlands: Enchanting Towns to Visit for a Hallmark-Inspired Holiday
Live out your holiday movie dreams! These 10 enchanting towns offer the ultimate Hallmark-inspired holiday experience.
5 Underrated Fall Foliage Destinations Across the US
Pack your coziest sweaters – here are five spots where autumn’s colors shine just as brightly beyond New England.
Food Scenes in Washington
5 Unexpected Regions in the US Producing Great Whiskey
Move over, Tennessee and Kentucky. These states are producing some of the most exciting whiskey in the country right now.
5 One-of-a-Kind Dining Experiences in Seriously Cool Places
A shipping container food court. A cozy restaurant in a hollowed-out airplane. The best beer and burger you’ll ever have … in a laundromat?!
The Official Food of Each State in the U.S
Eat your way through America the beautiful with our guide to the official food of each state.
Washington: Where to Live Now
Top 25 Best Places to Live Out West
These 25 cities out West all have something special.
Best Places To Live in Washington
Breathtaking coastal scenery, an earthy vibe and a thriving tech scene are just a few of the reasons people are drawn to Washington state.
9 Reasons to Move to Puyallup and Sumner, WA
Find out why remote workers and job seekers are flocking to this haven just south of Seattle.
Washington: Love Where You Live
50 Things You Didn’t Know About the Olympics
Can't make it to Milano Cortina for the Winter Games and have some serious FOMO? Us, too! Here are 50 things you might not know about the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games.
The Cities That Raised Football Players
The journey to the big game started in some unexpected places for these football stars.
The 12 Greatest Things About Living in the Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest gives us Aplets & Cotlets, Sunbreaks, the Seahawks and so much more. Here are 12 reasons why residents love the PNW.
Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.