The Tri-Cities area is located along the Columbia River at the convergence of the Snake and Yakima Rivers. The area is known for its beautiful sunny skies and three rivers that provide irrigation and recreation.
The local climate provides long hot summers, crisp fall leaves with brilliant colors, mild winters with occasional snow, and beautiful spring days. Farmers grow circle crops and orchards alongside native sagebrush, adding to the natural beauty of the shrub-steppe ecosystem. The Tri-Cities is currently the fastest growing area in Washington State, with a nearly 20% increase in population over the past decade. Job opportunities occupy a broad spectrum--including scientific, engineering, medical, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and educational. Local residents are friendly and casual, and the area maintains a small-town feel despite continuous business and residential growth.
