Central Washington

Ritzville, Washington

City

Adams County seat on Interstate 90

Ritzville is the Adams County seat, a small wheat town on I-90 with a historic downtown and a well-known annual rodeo.

History & Local Character

Incorporated in 1890, Ritzville grew as a rail and wheat shipping center in the dry Columbia Basin.

Housing & Real Estate

Older homes and a limited number of newer units.

Restaurants & Shopping

A handful of diners and cafes serve travelers and residents.

Schools & Education

Ritzville School District serves the town.

Parks & Recreation

Ritzville's city park and the nearby Potholes country provide recreation.

Transportation & Accessibility

I-90 runs through Ritzville; US 395 crosses north-south.

Local Businesses

Grain and farm services, truck stops, restaurants and county government.

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Nearby Attractions

  • Ritzville Historic District
  • Potholes Reservoir
  • Columbia National Wildlife Refuge
  • Sprague Lake

Advantages & Considerations

Advantages

  • Very affordable housing
  • Freeway access
  • Quiet small town

Considerations

  • Very limited services
  • Long drives to larger cities

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ritzville?

Ritzville is in Adams County in eastern Washington, at the junction of Interstate 90 and US 395.

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