Blaine, WA Rankings


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The city of Blaine, WA is a great place to live for those who appreciate its small-town charm and easy access to metropolitan areas. According to the BestPlaces rankings, it has a low crime rate, high level of education attainment among adults, and strong job market. The city's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an attractive option for those wanting to stay close to their family or friends while maintaining financial stability. Blaine also boasts top rankings in active lifestyle options such as being in close proximity to parks, beaches, and walking trails. Additionally, outdoor recreational activities are plentiful in this area with nearby lakes and rivers that offer fishing and kayaking. With these attributes combined with its natural beauty and small-town atmosphere, it is no wonder why people choose Blaine as their home.

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Blaine Ranked
#3 Where to Live to Avoid a Natural Disaster (Lowest Risk)
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#3 Most Secure Places to Live in the U.S. (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#3 Safest Places from Natural Disasters
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#7 Most Secure Places to Live 2011 (Mid-Size Cities)
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Blaine Ranked
#30 America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
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#38 2005 Best Places to Live
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#46 Best Green Cities
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#92 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
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Over 12 years ago

Sitting on the border just before you cross into British Columbia, Canada is the small town of Blaine. Just to the south is Bellingham (pop about 75,000). The area  More

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Over 13 years ago

Have lived in Blaine and nearby areas (Birch Bay, Bellingham) on and off about 3 years.If you like peaceful surroundings and the laid back life (for some, might be  More

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When you wonder where in the U.S. remains a Mayberry, a serene, small, Cleaver family town, this is it. I didn't want to leave. Pat at the Post Office, streets so wide  More

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