Tenino, WA is a small town located in Thurston County. It has a population of 2,326, according to the 2019 US Census. Despite its small size, Tenino has been consistently ranked highly by BestPlaces.net’s metrics for livability and affordability. The city was given an A+ rating based on its cost of living index, which is 11% below the US average. Additionally, Tenino was also ranked highly for amenities such as weather, education, housing, and diversity. Tenino also scored well for safety with an average crime rate that is 40% lower than the national average. Based on these rankings and metrics by BestPlaces.net it appears that Tenino is an excellent place to live for those looking for affordability and quality of life.
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