5 Reasons People Are Moving Away From Yakima

There are many reasons to make the move to Washington state and the city of Yakima, namely, that "fresh Yakima air"! All iCarly television show jokes aside, we boast a higher quality of life here in the Yakima Valley, as well as a high state minimum wage and an abundance gorgeous natural landscapes and outdoor activities right at our fingertips.

Some areas of Washington state are lacking in cultural diversity, so if you are looking for a flourishing multi-cultural locale, the Yakima Valley may not be the first choice on your list. Many other qualities, however, make our region so appealing, including the (mostly) sunny weather, friendly neighbors, lush produce, wineries, breweries, major sports teams, lower cost of living, plenty of outdoor adventures (skiing, fishing, snowboarding, hiking, etc.), and the lack of intense high traffic volumes.

Looking at the stats from United Van Lines' 2018 study of the top reasons people are moving away from, not just Yakima, but Washington state as a whole, there are five key reasons people leave--and surprising to some naysayers you will find in the comment sections of social media, none of them involve high crime rates.