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Current Resident: King County is amazing! The people here are very kind and welcoming to others, and there is plenty to do here in terms of jobs, volunteering, experience, recreation, etc. Not to mention the transit system is very convenient!... Read 50 reviews
Population 2,240,876
#1 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
County in Washington,
50 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says King County is amazing! The people here are very kind and welcoming to others, and there is plenty to do here in terms of jobs, volunteering, experience, recreation, etc. Not to mention the transit....
King County is amazing! The people here are very kind and welcoming to others, and there is plenty to do here in terms of jobs, volunteering, experience, recreation, etc. Not to mention the transit....
Read 50 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 2,240,876,
Current Resident: Whitman is a very calming town. It's small and tranquil. It's very family oriented and that's also reflected on the way neighbors treat each other. The center of the town is a cool place that has been growing and developing with time. You can find a church, convenience stores, bars, cafes, nails salon, the post office, a good Thai restaurant and a lot more. There's also a really pretty park, where kids can play basketball and ride bikes. It has a nice duck pond. In general Whitman is a place for the family.... Read 2 reviews
Population 48,197
#2 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Whitman is a very calming town. It's small and tranquil. It's very family oriented and that's also reflected on the way neighbors treat each other. The center of the town is a cool place that has....
Whitman is a very calming town. It's small and tranquil. It's very family oriented and that's also reflected on the way neighbors treat each other. The center of the town is a cool place that has....
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 48,197,
Current Resident: Overall Benton County is a dry hot windy place with a super safe family friendly environment that has great schools and a small town vibe. Even though this town can be very conservative and religious there is nice rivers and churches to visit. Many jobs are provided here because of the Hanford site is near out town. If you want to have your kids grow up in a safe well educated area then this is the place for you!... Read 3 reviews
Population 204,551
#3 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Overall Benton County is a dry hot windy place with a super safe family friendly environment that has great schools and a small town vibe. Even though this town can be very conservative and religious....
Overall Benton County is a dry hot windy place with a super safe family friendly environment that has great schools and a small town vibe. Even though this town can be very conservative and religious....
Read 3 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 204,551,
Online School•
Omak School District, WA•
9-12
Junior: I absolutely love my experience with Washington virtual academy! They are incredible with helping each and every student find the right path. I moved into online school for multiple reasons, and i'm so glad I made the decision. Yes, there are many pros and cons to online school much like anything else. It can get lonely sometimes, you also have to have a lot of self motivation. But you make incredible friendships. I have become more and more extroverted by being in online school. I have never been so grateful for the opportunity that I have had to be apart of the Washington Virtual Academy school district.... Read 72 reviews
Students 1,822
Student-teacher ratio 28:1
Blue checkmark.
Online School,
Omak School District, WA,
9-12,
72 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Junior says I absolutely love my experience with Washington virtual academy! They are incredible with helping each and every student find the right path. I moved into online school for multiple reasons, and i'm....
I absolutely love my experience with Washington virtual academy! They are incredible with helping each and every student find the right path. I moved into online school for multiple reasons, and i'm....
Read 72 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Students: 1,822,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 28 to 1,
Current Resident: Thurston County has a lot to offer when it comes to healthcare diversity and community colleges. Currently a student at South Puget Sound Community College and the students, staff, and faculty are relatively genuine in their kindness and hospitality when it comes to student success. With many areas being rural, there is more of nature to be appreciative for. Though the rainy weather can be a bit awful when trying to commute to other places. Overall, this county is one that I have lived in majority of my life and don't plan on leaving it any time soon.... Read 8 reviews
Population 290,642
#4 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
8 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Thurston County has a lot to offer when it comes to healthcare diversity and community colleges. Currently a student at South Puget Sound Community College and the students, staff, and faculty are...Though the rainy weather can be a bit awful when trying to commute to other places. Overall, this county is one that I have lived in majority of my life and don't plan on leaving it any time soon..
Thurston County has a lot to offer when it comes to healthcare diversity and community colleges. Currently a student at South Puget Sound Community College and the students, staff, and faculty are...Though the rainy weather can be a bit awful when trying to commute to other places. Overall, this county is one that I have lived in majority of my life and don't plan on leaving it any time soon..
Read 8 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Population: 290,642,
Current Resident: Spokane was a better place years ago before drugs and crime settled in. Spokane is a beautiful place, however there is so much garbage all over the city. I believe the best places in Spokane County are in the suburbs where its quiet and mostly without crime. Growing up, I was able to play outside with no adult supervision but these days you can't walk out your back door as an adult and feel safe. I love Spokane, but I do not feel safe anymore.... Read 169 reviews
Population 531,477
#5 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
169 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Spokane was a better place years ago before drugs and crime settled in. Spokane is a beautiful place, however there is so much garbage all over the city. I believe the best places in Spokane County....
Spokane was a better place years ago before drugs and crime settled in. Spokane is a beautiful place, however there is so much garbage all over the city. I believe the best places in Spokane County....
Read 169 reviews.
Population: 531,477,
Current Resident: I have lived in Snohomish County my entire life. Although no where is perfect, I love it here. I cannot imagine living anywhere else. The nature is beautiful, The people are diverse, and we have everything from high-end outlets like Micheal Kors, Coach, Gucci, all the way to camping store like REI and Cabela's. There's also high paying jobs such as Microsoft and Boeing. The only negitive thing I have to say, is we do have a large homeless population. They mostly seem harmless, but it is sad to see so many unfortunate people.... Read 96 reviews
Population 820,024
#6 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
96 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in Snohomish County my entire life. Although no where is perfect, I love it here. I cannot imagine living anywhere else. The nature is beautiful, The people are diverse, and we have...The only negitive thing I have to say, is we do have a large homeless population. They mostly seem harmless, but it is sad to see so many unfortunate people..
I have lived in Snohomish County my entire life. Although no where is perfect, I love it here. I cannot imagine living anywhere else. The nature is beautiful, The people are diverse, and we have...The only negitive thing I have to say, is we do have a large homeless population. They mostly seem harmless, but it is sad to see so many unfortunate people..
Read 96 reviews.
Population: 820,024,
Current Resident: Some parts have a great view of the water and the plant life is abundant. There are good places to eat, new ones pop up all the time! Many areas have great prices on homes and for renting. There are also discount stores: good will, grocery outlet, saars, winco. There are also events held all over the county. Everything from music, comedy, charity, and poetry. The crime is low and most areas are well maintained. Downtown Bremerton is packed with shops of all kinds and the waterfront frequently hosts exciting events!... Read 9 reviews
Population 273,072
#7 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
9 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Some parts have a great view of the water and the plant life is abundant. There are good places to eat, new ones pop up all the time! Many areas have great prices on homes and for renting. There are....
Some parts have a great view of the water and the plant life is abundant. There are good places to eat, new ones pop up all the time! Many areas have great prices on homes and for renting. There are....
Read 9 reviews.
Population: 273,072,
Current Resident: I have lived in Walla Walla for most of my life, and that's because I was adopted at the age of three from Asia. Walla Walla is a small town in Washington and it is the perfect hometown for me. I can go downtown and hang out with friends and just have a great time. Also, Walla Walla is known for our wineries. We have lots of tourist that come down and go wine tasting downtown. There are a lot of things I can do here too and the sunsets are beautiful.... Read 20 reviews
Population 62,168
#8 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
20 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in Walla Walla for most of my life, and that's because I was adopted at the age of three from Asia. Walla Walla is a small town in Washington and it is the perfect hometown for me. I can....
I have lived in Walla Walla for most of my life, and that's because I was adopted at the age of three from Asia. Walla Walla is a small town in Washington and it is the perfect hometown for me. I can....
Read 20 reviews.
Population: 62,168,
Current Resident: I LOVE Vancouver~ Our County Parks Commission provides and promotes quality of life. We have impressive well-stocked Libraries, lots of citizen educational events. We have an excellent Public School System, Junior College and WSU, Washington State University 4 year respected and diverse curriculum University. Our city WORKS to make it a good place to make it your home generation after generation. Our Police and Fire Departments are well-trained, compassionate, professionals. Our citizens are civically proactive and reinforce good citizenship and community involvement for the values and direction of our city future to be of pride. Also, ther are miles-n-miles of maintained hiking trails or our new Waterfront Park!... Read 21 reviews
Population 496,494
#9 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
21 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I LOVE Vancouver~ Our County Parks Commission provides and promotes quality of life. We have impressive well-stocked Libraries, lots of citizen educational events. We have an excellent Public School...Our city WORKS to make it a good place to make it your home generation after generation. Our Police and Fire Departments are well-trained, compassionate, professionals. Our citizens are civically....
I LOVE Vancouver~ Our County Parks Commission provides and promotes quality of life. We have impressive well-stocked Libraries, lots of citizen educational events. We have an excellent Public School...Our city WORKS to make it a good place to make it your home generation after generation. Our Police and Fire Departments are well-trained, compassionate, professionals. Our citizens are civically....
Read 21 reviews.
Population: 496,494,
Current Resident: There are many good points to living in an isolated area like the San Juan Islands. I live in Orcas Isl. which has everything a person needs. We are also protected from many issues of bigger towns and cities. It’s clean, unpolluted, and usually not crowded. Housing for lower income people is a problem here, despite the fact that the construction industry is strong. I work as a house painter and have steady work through most of the year. Bonus, no fast food joints here means better health.... Read 5 reviews
Population 17,631
#10 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says There are many good points to living in an isolated area like the San Juan Islands. I live in Orcas Isl. which has everything a person needs. We are also protected from many issues of bigger towns....
There are many good points to living in an isolated area like the San Juan Islands. I live in Orcas Isl. which has everything a person needs. We are also protected from many issues of bigger towns....
Read 5 reviews.
Population: 17,631,
Current Resident: This area is so very natural beautiful Lake Chelan formed gradually over millions of years with the rise of the Cascade Mountains. Today about 100 glaciers are liberally sprinkled on the peaks draining into Lake Chelan. These glaciers store water through the summer, which helps irrigate the productive fruit orchards in the lowlands Native Americans probably inhabited the lower Lake Chelan Valley for thousands of years prior to its “discovery” by pioneer trappers, explorers, and prospectors in the 1800s. The Native Americans were called the “Tsillane,” later spelled Chelan, meaning ‘deep water.... Read 5 reviews
Population 78,508
#11 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
5 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says This area is so very natural beautiful Lake Chelan formed gradually over millions of years with the rise of the Cascade Mountains. Today about 100 glaciers are liberally sprinkled on the peaks....
This area is so very natural beautiful Lake Chelan formed gradually over millions of years with the rise of the Cascade Mountains. Today about 100 glaciers are liberally sprinkled on the peaks....
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 78,508,
Current Resident: Pierce County is beautiful despite the growing crisis of homelessness. It is sad to see so many sidewalks littered with the tents of desperate individuals. But coming to Tacoma is like coming home. People are kind and when the weather is good its great!... Read 21 reviews
Population 910,225
#12 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
21 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Pierce County is beautiful despite the growing crisis of homelessness. It is sad to see so many sidewalks littered with the tents of desperate individuals. But coming to Tacoma is like coming home.....
Pierce County is beautiful despite the growing crisis of homelessness. It is sad to see so many sidewalks littered with the tents of desperate individuals. But coming to Tacoma is like coming home.....
Population: 910,225,
Population 85,938
#13 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Population: 85,938,
Population 95,313
#14 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
3 Niche users give it an average review of 2.3 stars.
Population: 95,313,
Niche User: There is the occasional crime but never enough for citizens to feel in danger, or unsafe in the area.... Read 10 reviews
Population 42,622
#15 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
10 Niche users give it an average review of 2.9 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says There is the occasional crime but never enough for citizens to feel in danger, or unsafe in the area..
There is the occasional crime but never enough for citizens to feel in danger, or unsafe in the area..
Read 10 reviews.
Population: 42,622,
Population 41,966
#16 Best Counties for Families in Washington.
Population: 41,966,
Current Resident: There are a vast number of small businesses that are taking off. The latest local business I visited is called 'Crafted'. Not only does Crafted use other local agricultural businesses for their meals, the aesthetic inside the restaurant is beautiful. Something else that I love about Yakima County is how close we have nature for us to explore. There are many trails, lakes and camp grounds. My family and I are able visit for the day or weekend without having to travel so far to enjoy nature. Something that needs help in Yakima is the homelessness issue and lack of affordable housing in the valley. In order to give back to the community, I have signed up to volunteer for Habitat for Humanity. This organization is non-profit and helps build homes to families in need. Not only does it help with appropriate housing needs, this organization works worldwide with natural disaster relief work.... Read 61 reviews
Population 255,151
61 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says There are a vast number of small businesses that are taking off. The latest local business I visited is called 'Crafted'. Not only does Crafted use other local agricultural businesses for their...Something that needs help in Yakima is the homelessness issue and lack of affordable housing in the valley. In order to give back to the community, I have signed up to volunteer for Habitat for....
There are a vast number of small businesses that are taking off. The latest local business I visited is called 'Crafted'. Not only does Crafted use other local agricultural businesses for their...Something that needs help in Yakima is the homelessness issue and lack of affordable housing in the valley. In order to give back to the community, I have signed up to volunteer for Habitat for....
Read 61 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: C+,
Population: 255,151,
Former Resident: A WONDERFUL county, filled with amazing people, & communities that you’d be proud to call home, feel safe, & establishment of family roots to raise your children in. I think there is only (2) two things to make it less than desirable; 1. The distance to the metro area of Seattle for many jobs. 2. The amount of people who are wanting to relocate to drive up real estate! Otherwise, it’s a great place with loads of activities, great cultural diversity, a wonderful music scene, historic downtowns, great locally sourced food, near the boarder, beaches, countless outdoor activities, & just a great place to live!... Read 5 reviews
Population 224,533
5 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says A WONDERFUL county, filled with amazing people, & communities that you’d be proud to call home, feel safe, & establishment of family roots to raise your children in. I think there is only (2) two...1. The distance to the metro area of Seattle for many jobs. 2. The amount of people who are wanting to relocate to drive up real estate! Otherwise, it’s a great place with loads of activities, great....
A WONDERFUL county, filled with amazing people, & communities that you’d be proud to call home, feel safe, & establishment of family roots to raise your children in. I think there is only (2) two...1. The distance to the metro area of Seattle for many jobs. 2. The amount of people who are wanting to relocate to drive up real estate! Otherwise, it’s a great place with loads of activities, great....
Population: 224,533,
Population 97,874
Population: 97,874,
Population 22,285
Population: 22,285,
Population 10,798
Population: 10,798,
Current Resident: Skagit county is a small community comprised mostly of farmland, farmer markets, the gateway to the San Juans, a few shopping outlets as well as many tourist activities.... Read 3 reviews
Population 128,228
3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Skagit county is a small community comprised mostly of farmland, farmer markets, the gateway to the San Juans, a few shopping outlets as well as many tourist activities..
Skagit county is a small community comprised mostly of farmland, farmer markets, the gateway to the San Juans, a few shopping outlets as well as many tourist activities..
Population: 128,228,
Current Resident: I love our small towns. I love the community feeling we have where everyone helps everyone. I tried to move back to the city once and moved back with in 6 months. There isn't much I'd like to see changed here.... Read 1 review
Population 44,147
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I love our small towns. I love the community feeling we have where everyone helps everyone. I tried to move back to the city once and moved back with in 6 months. There isn't much I'd like to see changed here..
I love our small towns. I love the community feeling we have where everyone helps everyone. I tried to move back to the city once and moved back with in 6 months. There isn't much I'd like to see changed here..
Population: 44,147,
Current Resident: I grew up in a town called Suncrest or Nine Mile Falls there slightly different, but are typically grouped together. The community is pretty welcoming in my opinion, but everyone has different opinions.... Read 6 reviews
Population 46,057
6 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I grew up in a town called Suncrest or Nine Mile Falls there slightly different, but are typically grouped together. The community is pretty welcoming in my opinion, but everyone has different....
I grew up in a town called Suncrest or Nine Mile Falls there slightly different, but are typically grouped together. The community is pretty welcoming in my opinion, but everyone has different....
Read 6 reviews.
Population: 46,057,
Population 22,478
Population: 22,478,
Richmond, VA•
Private School•
5-8
Parent: Our daughter attended Orchard House School and is now a senior in high school, preparing to transition to college next fall. OHS was the perfect place for her to learn, grow, and navigate the challenges of adolescence, while gaining a level of confidence that has propelled her throughout the past four years. She learned to think critically, write clearly and succinctly, and develop and articulate her opinions. We love OHS.... Read 10 reviews
Students 79
Student-teacher ratio 9:1
Private School,
RICHMOND, VA,
5-8,
10 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Our daughter attended Orchard House School and is now a senior in high school, preparing to transition to college next fall. OHS was the perfect place for her to learn, grow, and navigate the....
Our daughter attended Orchard House School and is now a senior in high school, preparing to transition to college next fall. OHS was the perfect place for her to learn, grow, and navigate the....
Students: 79,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,
Chesapeake, VA•
K-12
Parent: Veritas has been such a good fit for our family. Coming from a homeschooled background, we were concerned how our child would do there all day. My child looks forward to being at school everyday and especially in his classroom with his teacher. Our son feels totally safe there and had no separation anxiety. Every morning my child excitedly ran to greet the administrators at the door. He loved that he could start his day by racing them to be the first to say hello. He also loves going to memory period. He has grown so much this year. His teacher is bright, loving, fun and very patient. She takes them outside several times a day, gives them snack time and miraculously gets them to nap. It is amazing how much better his reading and social grace has gotten too. They have an excellent classical curriculum delivered in love. The teachers are very invested and the small class sizes guarantee personal attention. We also love the other parents. This family community is priceless!... Read 113 reviews
Students 259
Student-teacher ratio 10:1
CHESAPEAKE, VA,
K-12,
113 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Veritas has been such a good fit for our family. Coming from a homeschooled background, we were concerned how our child would do there all day. My child looks forward to being at school everyday and especially in his classroom with his teacher. Our son feels totally safe there and had no separation anxiety. Every morning my child excitedly ran to greet the administrators at the door. He loved that he could start his day by racing them to be the first to say hello. He also loves going to memory period. He has grown so much this year. His teacher is bright, loving, fun and very patient. She takes them outside several times a day, gives them snack time and miraculously gets them to nap. It is...They have an excellent classical curriculum delivered in love. The teachers are very invested and the small class sizes guarantee personal attention. We also love the other parents. This family....
Veritas has been such a good fit for our family. Coming from a homeschooled background, we were concerned how our child would do there all day. My child looks forward to being at school everyday and especially in his classroom with his teacher. Our son feels totally safe there and had no separation anxiety. Every morning my child excitedly ran to greet the administrators at the door. He loved that he could start his day by racing them to be the first to say hello. He also loves going to memory period. He has grown so much this year. His teacher is bright, loving, fun and very patient. She takes them outside several times a day, gives them snack time and miraculously gets them to nap. It is...They have an excellent classical curriculum delivered in love. The teachers are very invested and the small class sizes guarantee personal attention. We also love the other parents. This family....
Read 113 reviews.
Students: 259,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
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