Benton County | Population: ~87,400 | Tri-Cities Metro
The largest of the Tri-Cities (with Pasco and Richland) at the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima Rivers, Kennewick sits in a sunny, high-desert wine region with a growing energy and agriculture-based economy.
Southridge offers newer master-planned development on the city’s south side, while established neighborhoods near the Columbia River waterfront and Clover Island offer more mature, tree-lined streets.
Southridge — Newer master-planned development on the city’s south side.
Clover Island/Waterfront — Marina and Columbia River waterfront trails.
Downtown Kennewick — The city’s historic civic and dining core.
Creekstone — Newer family subdivisions in south Kennewick.
Westgate — Established, centrally located neighborhoods.
Vista — A residential area near Vista Field, a former airport being redeveloped.
Canyon Lakes — Golf-course-adjacent homes in south Kennewick.
Kennewick Heights — Elevated homes with valley views.
Zintel Canyon — Newer growth near the canyon’s trail system.
Amon Basin — A developing area near Amon Creek Natural Preserve.
- Center of a growing wine region with dozens of nearby wineries
- Columbia River waterfront trails and Clover Island Marina
- Sunny, dry climate with over 300 days of sunshine a year
- Economy tied to agriculture, energy (including the nearby Hanford site), and food processing
Kennewick and the broader Tri-Cities remain relatively affordable for Washington, with Southridge commanding a premium for newer construction over the city’s older core.
Grades modeled on Niche.com’s Public Schools and Commute categories; Public Transit reflects the Commute grade, the closest available proxy.
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