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What BestPlaces Users Say about Washington
Washington is a state located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is known for its beautiful scenery, diverse cities, and thriving economy. With a population of over 7 million people, Washington attracts many individuals and families looking for a place to call home. However, as with any state, there are varying opinions and experiences when it comes to living in Washington. In this summary, we will take a look at some user reviews on bestplaces.net to gain insight into the pros and cons of living in Washington.
- "I love living in Washington! The natural beauty is unmatched and there is so much to do and explore here. The people are friendly and the cities have a great mix of urban and suburban areas. The only downside is the high cost of living, but for me, it's worth it." - Sarah D.
- "Washington is a great place to live if you love outdoor activities and mild weather. The job opportunities are also plentiful, especially in the tech industry. However, the traffic and housing prices can be a major downside." - John S.
- "I've been living in Washington my whole life and I have no plans to leave. The quality of life here is great, with good schools, low crime rates, and a strong sense of community. Plus, the food scene is amazing!" - Emily P.
- "I moved to Washington a few years ago and while I enjoy the natural beauty, I have to say the rain and gray skies can be a bit much. It's also a bit more expensive than I anticipated. However, the people are very progressive and open-minded, which I appreciate." - Mark T.
Overall, it seems like living in Washington offers many advantages, such as beautiful scenery, job opportunities, and a strong sense of community. However, some common downsides mentioned in the reviews include high cost of living, traffic, and weather. It's clear that Washington is a popular destination for many, but it's important to consider these pros and cons when deciding if it is the right place for you to live.
based on 88 ReviewsGet to know Washington with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Washington
Driver Courtesy - 1/10/2008
Having moved here 3 years ago, after 44 years in Colorado, we are constantly pleased and amazed by the courtesy of Washington drivers. Always going out of their way to let you in and sensibly merging down to one lane of traffic in construction and accident
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the Puyallup and Graham area - 12/13/2007
This is the gateway to the some of the best fishing, hunting, and winter sport areas in the state of Washington. Their are a number of small lakes that provide the ideal family outting spots for weekent activities. Located within an hour to some of the greatest winter skiing spots in the Northwest.
Very few minutes to Puget Sound which provides the salmon and saltwater sport fishermen (and women) with numerous fishing derby, and mouthwatering salmon. This is not only a great place to live but an ideal spot for vacationing, and to get away but also to become a tourist for awhile.
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The Weather Here Sucks! - 10/7/2007
I love Washington State, but not the weather. I have lived here 17 years and I hate it. It's cold and rains alot! We are seriously thinking about moving (finally) to a state that is sunny/warm year round. Maybe CA.? T he rain here gets very depressing after a while! Also, the traffic in Federal Way, Tacoma, and Seattle is VERY bad. It takes forever to get some where. Also, our sales tax, property taxes, and gas prices are horrible...way too high. Washington state is very nice in the summer...not too hot and not too cold. In the summer there is a lot to do outdoors...it's just the fall, winter, and spring time that suck! If you are going to visit Washington, I suggest waiting to come anytime between June to the beg. of Sept. If you come before June or after Sept. you will experience the nasty weather (rain, cold,
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Commute times - 8/26/2007
Commute times in Western Washington are close to the worst in the US. Seattle has never had, and won't have any time soon, public transit like the Bay Area. In my case, if I miss the last "train" (and I mean an actual train - on BNSF rails, not light rail) at 5:40 in the evening, I have only one other alternative and that gets me home at 8:30 p.m. When I lived in SF I had public transportation alternatives until midnight and later.
Seattle and surrounding areas need to get with the program and provide alternatives to getting in your car for 90 minutes just because you have no other
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West vs. East - 6/22/2007
If you're moving here, choosing which side of the mountains to live on is a huge decision. The weather is different, the people are different, the economies are different, and the whole general overall feeling is different. I don't think I could live on the East side of the mountains due to it's extreme weather (both hot and cold) and the lack of "city." West side is beautiful, rainy, and a
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Corruption and Bias in the King County Legal and C - 4/6/2007
My experience with the King County Superior Court has been very poor. I am a disabled person, and believe I have received discriminatory and biased treatment by King County Superior Court Judge Richard A. Jones because of my disability. Furthermore, in my estimation, the King County Superior Court, Ex Parte Division Court Commissioner Carlos Velategui presides over a court guardianship system which is broken, and which is thus prone to abuse by unscrupulous and dishonest lawyers. I have been victimized by one such lawyer, Seattle attorney Michael T. Schein, who I believe to be dishonest, and whose conduct has nevertheless been countenanced by Commissioner Velategui, Judge Jones and the Seattle legal
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too many people, not enough jobs - 3/21/2007
More and more people are moving to Washington State in general; many of them are wealthy California retirees who are driving up the prices of housing in Seattle and suburbs because...well, they can afford it! Unfortunately, they aren't bringing in new businesses that would create more jobs, and they aren't bringing in families/children to the schools.
My husband and I moved to the Seattle area right after we got married. We moved to be near our families and to begin our new life together there. Two years later, we left Washington, broke and in debt.
We were/are both certified, experienced school teachers who also happen to be fluent in Spanish. My husband did get a teaching job, but I did not. Instead I worked temp jobs, seasonal jobs, any kind of work I could find for two years. Sometimes I was unemployed, and most of the time, I was underemployed. And it wasn't "just me." For example, I cleaned houses for $9 an hour on a crew with a home health care aide, a
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The Color Gray - 3/18/2007
There are all shades of gray in Seattle, WA. It's not only the constant rain, and cloudy skies that make it seem so gray, but the people that live here too.
When my family moved here many years ago, I had to because I was a minor. Later in life I got married and had children. Prior to marriage, and after, I traveled half way around the world, and throughout the United States. So if I don't speak too kindly of Seattle, it's because I have many other places to compare it to.
When I first moved here, I found Seattlelites to be very prejudiced. (Especially the Scandinavian poputlation.) They are very judgemental, and I have never met so many people on anti-depressants. You find some that do ski, or participate in other sports, but for the most part, the population in Seattle, go from their homes to their cars, and that's how they travel everywhere. They lack social and communication skills, especially when it comes to speaking about politics. You BETTER be a Liberal,
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