Welcome to the Yakima Valley

The pure pleasure of living and working in the Yakima Valley has been one of the Pacific Northwest’s best-kept secrets.  But it’s a secret no more!

Perhaps it’s the nearly 300 days of sunshine each year that entices visitors and new residents alike.  Maybe the year-round recreational opportunities are what make our Yakima Valley so hard to resist.  Or perhaps it’s the agricultural bounty of this irrigated oasis that invites a closer look.  Undoubtedly, it’s all of this, plus an outstanding lifestyle – a growing economy, affordable housing, superior medical facilities, and excellent educational opportunities that make our charming Valley irresistible.  But it’s the people who are its greatest resource – friendly people who reflect the Yakima Valley’s rich, multi-cultural heritage.  The links below will provide you with historical and cultural information about our Valley.

History: Learn about the Valley’s roots, beginning with our Native American heritage to today’s economy and culture.

Climate: Yakima Valley residents truly enjoy and experience four distinct seasons.

Culture: Discover the Valley’s rich heritage and how we have embraced diversity.

Economy: Learn why the region has a strong and relatively stable economy.

Yakima Valley Relocation Packet