Here Are 12 Of The Best Places To Live In Washington, And Why

A cozy town in eastern Washington with a minimal crime rate and a secure community vibe!

In past surveys, about 96% of Snoqualmie residents have reported feeling safe or very safe!

This city has been often ranked as one of the safest because of its incredibly low crime rate! Also look into: Mercer Island, Pullman, Bothell, Bainbridge Island, Duvall, Ridgefield, Selah, Pullman

Of course, with the big city comes big opportunity! Some of the highest rated neighborhoods to live in are Wallingford, Queen Anne, Greenwood, Ballard, and Ravenna!

The median income for residents in this area is $20,000+ more than the rest of the state. West Bellevue is an ideal location!

This city has an unemployment rate of only 2.3% as of April 2015! Some of their major industries include grocery, physicians, warehouse/supercenters and casinos. More good options: Issaquah, Redmond, Marysville, Renton, Burien

Less than 4% of this town is commercial property and there are no industrial areas, leaving the rest of the city as wide-open green parks and single-family houses for a quiet sanctuary.

You'll be able to raise a happy family in this town with their affordable homes, award-winning schools and exciting outdoor activities to keep the kids healthy and active!

This city in Western Washington is perfect for raising your little ones or enjoying a peaceful retirement! The area is usually pretty harmless - the odds of becoming a victim of violent crime in Enumclaw are actually 85% lower than the rest of the state. Other good areas: Tumwater, Woodinville, Mukilteo, Lynden, Newcastle, Bellingham

The entire Tri-City area is budget-friendly! The cost of living here is around 11% lower than the national standard!

For such a recognized region, this sunny city is actually pretty cheap to reside in! The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment is about $650/month. More good picks: Kennewick, West Richland, Aberdeen, Centralia, Orting