Looking for more pros and cons on a WA move from AK

[pnwguy2]

To your last question, not sure. There are dams on the lower Snake but I don’t really know how it affects recreational activities.

[M3 Mitch]

I like living here near Prosser, about 40 miles or close to an hour from Tri-Cities, and of course that much closer to Seattle as well. A little more room out here. Closer to Yakima as well, notwithstanding some well known problem areas in Yakima, I do like to visit there, several restaurants and pawn shops, etc. that I like to patronize.

Someone from Alaska might appreciate the lower population density out here.

[pnwguy2]

M3, Alaska has the lowest population density by far of any State. Maybe you are comparing Anchorage and TriCities which have a somewhat equal metro population. Or maybe you are just comparing Prosser. Prosser, though is part of the Tri cities metro area.

[pnwguy2]

Ok, re-read your post and see what you are getting at. And I agree.

[Ruth4Truth]

Originally Posted by M3 Mitch

I like living here near Prosser, about 40 miles or close to an hour from Tri-Cities, and of course that much closer to Seattle as well. A little more room out here. Closer to Yakima as well, notwithstanding some well known problem areas in Yakima, I do like to visit there, several restaurants and pawn shops, etc. that I like to patronize.

Someone from Alaska might appreciate the lower population density out here.

One word: heat.
The summer heat. It might be a shock for someone from AK.

[pnwguy2]

Naw, humidity is low and 100 in Tri cities is a bit of a misnomer. Yes it gets hot but with almost no humidity it isn’t that bad. Plus it only lasts for a few days. But, should you rent or buy a home with AC? Yes.

[royalabran]

Originally Posted by Ruth4Truth

One word: heat.
The summer heat. It might be a shock for someone from AK.

We will get a stretch in the Fairbanks summer with temps in the high 80s. My wife is uncomfortable but it feels good to me. Its also a good time to camp on the waterfront of the Kenai or the mountains.

Picture is a view from my deck. Something positive from the long Winter.

[Ruth4Truth]

Originally Posted by royalabran

We will get a stretch in the Fairbanks summer with temps in the high 80s. My wife is uncomfortable but it feels good to me. Its also a good time to camp on the waterfront of the Kenai or the mountains.

Picture is a view from my deck. Something positive from the long Winter.

No natural light shows in WA night skies.

[pnwguy2]

The editors are requesting updates…so…

Tri cities continues to grow and prices are rising at a good clip but still among the most affordable in the State.

Jobs are wide open here. New housing continues to be built. This is a simple example of big city residents from Seattle and Portland looking for a better, safer place to live.