Tri-Cities & Southeast Washington
Kennewick, Washington
City
Largest Tri-Cities city on the Columbia
Kennewick is the largest of the Tri-Cities, on the south bank of the Columbia River, with a riverfront trail, wine country and a growing technology and agriculture base.
History & Local Character
Incorporated in 1904, Kennewick grew as a rail and irrigation farming town and expanded rapidly after World War II.
Housing & Real Estate
Mid-century neighborhoods, new subdivisions in the south hills and riverfront condominiums.
Restaurants & Shopping
Columbia Center, downtown and the riverfront hold restaurants, breweries, taquerias and bakeries.
Schools & Education
Kennewick School District serves the city.
Parks & Recreation
Columbia Park runs for miles along the Columbia River, with boat launches, playgrounds and the paved Sacajawea trail.
Transportation & Accessibility
US 395 and SR 240 meet in Kennewick; the Tri-Cities Airport is in nearby Pasco.
Local Businesses
Agriculture and wine suppliers, food processing, technology firms and restaurants.
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Nearby Attractions
- Columbia Park
- Red Mountain wine country
- Sacajawea State Park
- Hanford Reach
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Lower cost of living
- Wine industry and river recreation
- Growing job market
Considerations
- Hot, dry summers
- Sprawling, car-dependent layout
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Tri-Cities?
The Tri-Cities are Kennewick, Richland and Pasco, which meet at the confluence of the Yakima, Snake and Columbia rivers in southeastern Washington.