2023 Best Places to Live in the Kennewick Area

• Suburb in Washington

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  Rating 4.21 out of 5  33 reviews

Current Resident: West Richland, located close to the Columbia River, offers suburban living in a rapidly growing area. There is a great number of housing units being built to accommodate those relocating to the area. There are great shops, restaurants, and recreation activities.... Read 33 reviews

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• grade B+

• Population 15,988

• Town in Washington

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  244 reviews

Current Resident: Personally I have experienced bad towns and cities but by far I enjoy living in Richland! Although most weekdays i spend my time working then come straight home, so I don’t really visit my surroundings as much because I’m always staying inside. Hopefully some day I would actually have that time to actually explore my area. But of course who doesn’t love going to the park and spending time with family! Moving from a small town is a big experience for me since there is so much traffic! It’s honestly a scary step but hey here I am enjoying it.... Read 244 reviews

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• grade B+

• Population 59,718

• Suburb in Washington

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  27 reviews

Current Resident: There is plenty to do in the Pasco area. With 3 rivers in close proximity, a healthy social and cuisine culture, multiple golf courses, and several local historical museums, there are many options for various interests. As one of the quickest growing areas in Washington State, this area will continue to grow and offer additional experiences for a myriad of people.... Read 27 reviews

• grade B+

• grade C+

• Population 1,604

• Town in Washington

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  279 reviews

Current Resident: Fairly Safe community. Quiet and Overall contains wide variety of needs for daily life. Would be more beneficial to younger generations to contain more activities for this demographic. There are many wineries and vineyards that cater to older age groups, but there are not as many activities to do on certain days of the week for younger generations.... Read 279 reviews

• grade B

• grade B minus

• Population 83,082

• Town in Washington

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  Rating 4 out of 5  19 reviews

Current Resident: Prosser is a small town in the valley, perfect to settle and start a family. The parks are spacious, and most of the public schools have been remodeled. The new high school is beautiful. A lot of people are comfortable with there kids walking home after school, or even just around town. The yearly hot air balloon rally is always something to look forward to in the morning. And in late summers, Prosser has farmer markets on Saturdays which may be small but it is still enjoyable to see peoples handmade goods. Even when you move out of town part of you will always stays with Prosser.... Read 19 reviews

• grade B

• grade C+

• Population 6,061

• Suburb in Washington

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  178 reviews

Current Resident: I was born and raised in Pasco, WA. Growing up I liked everything! But as a grown up I have enjoyed how peaceful it is. I would like to see it change and maybe grow a little more. Pasco is having more population than ever, and it would be nice if it did not feel so crowded. Whether it's more housing, schools or businesses.... Read 178 reviews

• grade B

• grade C+

• Population 76,398

• Town in Oregon

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  Rating 3.52 out of 5  44 reviews

Current Resident: I’ve been in Hermiston for over 20 years. It’s a great small town. People care about the community here. I’m happy to raise my son here. The city is growing with new businesses and homes, and so many other things.... Read 44 reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• Population 19,141

• Suburb in Washington

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  Rating 4 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: It is a very small town but it's great because that means it has a tightly knit community. Parents are heavily involved in school caring not only for their kid's success but other kids too. I only began school here a few years ago but instantly met everybody. Our neighbors brought us food and introduced themselves! Imagine my surprise, I thought these things only happened in movies but now I am starting to believe movies get their inspiration from small towns like Burbank. If I had to rate Burbank id give it 10/10 and plan to live here after college. The only thing we need now is public transportation and some bike lanes.... Read 7 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C minus

• Population 3,733

• Town in Oregon

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  Rating 3 out of 5  13 reviews

Current Resident: Stanfield as a community has been absolutely amazing and welcoming. We moved here 3 years ago and I love the small town vibe we all come together to help as much as we can and I'm so proud to live here.... Read 13 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B minus

• Population 2,290

• Town in Oregon

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  Rating 3 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: I lived in Irrigon my whole life, so I grew up there with my family. Irrigon is a small, quiet and easy going town, where mostly everyone knows each other.... Read 2 reviews

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• grade C

• Population 1,993

• Town in Oregon

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  Rating 3 out of 5  2 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C

• Population 7,224

• Suburb in Washington

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  Rating 3.24 out of 5  38 reviews

Current Resident: I love the Finley atmosphere! It’s like living in the country very quiet and peaceful. Lots of space to have people over and also have celebrations. I just love having all the space and my neighbors are my family members which makes it perfect.... Read 38 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C

• Population 5,879

• Town in Oregon

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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Current Resident: I love Boardman. It's very quiet and peaceful majority of the time. I like knowing that if my kid is in trouble or needs something or I need something , someone is there. Everyone knows everyone here. The only thing I dont like is knowing how many addicts are here in this town. We have cameras around our home, not that we have had problems, in case something happens.... Read 4 reviews

• grade C+

• grade C minus

• Population 3,748

• Town in Washington

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  15 reviews

Current Resident: Benton City, is a unique town just outside the Tri-Cities. I love that it is a quiet town, that I can walk outside and see all the stars in the sky, but most of all, I love that the crime rate is low. I would love to see more shops go up in town, or if we could draw more people this way that would be great as well.... Read 15 reviews

• grade C+

• grade C minus

• Population 3,435

• Town in Washington

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  30 reviews

Current Resident: I've lived here my whole life. I love that the community is so small and that most of the people I have met or known have been wonderful, caring and has a strong sense of community.... Read 30 reviews

• grade C

• grade C minus

• Population 10,894

• Town in Oregon

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  3 reviews

Current Resident: Beautiful little historic town that is very well maintained. The Oregon Trail crossed the Umatilla River here and the Fort Henrietta Park is a National Historic Oregon Trail site. There is a beautiful 9 hole golf course on the hills above town, 2 wineries with tasting rooms &event centers, 10 sires on the National Register and a number of historic sites and museums, including places where Oregon Trail ruts are still visible. Echo has been Oregon's smallest Tree City USA since 1989 and has an arboretum. The city was named the smallest city winner for the America in Bloom competition in 2009 & 2011. The annual Red to Red cross country cycle race, one of the largest in the PNW is held in Echo each spring.... Read 3 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B+

• Population 572