By Karen Ellis
What Is it Like to Live in Seattle?
The year-round lush green foliage, colorful flowers and clean air might be the first things you notice about
Seattle, Washington. However, the reason citizens of this city enjoy these things is the immense amount of rain that pours down upon them for most of the year. Average annual rain fall is 37 inches. Yet, the summers are dryer and mostly sunny.
Geography
The best way to describe Seattle's geography is "hilly." The city covers Beacon Hill, First Hill, Capital Hill, West Seattle (hill), Queen Ann (hill), Magnolia (hill) and Denny Hill. The hilliest areas are in the center of the city.
Neighborhoods
"A City of Neighborhoods," is what Mayor Greg Nickels called Seattle. His comment is because much of its growth has been through a constant annexation of smaller communities (neighborhoods). This gives Seattle, a city of over 60,000, a small-town, neighborhood feel.
Politics
Seattle is considered to be one of the most liberal cities in American. Even though most citizens might be considered politically left, there is a small growing Libertarian movement.
Education
Over 25 percent of this city's population has earned a bachelor's degree or higher. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, Seattle is the holder of the highest college graduates of any U.S. city.
Real Estate
In the Pacific Northwest, Seattle has always been known to have higher priced real estate. Although the housing market pricing has been reduced, this city still holds very high priced real estate.
Resources
About the Author:
Karen Ellis has been a full-time writer since 2006. She is an expert crafter, with more than 30 years of experience in knitting, chrocheting, quilting, sewing, scrapbooking and other arts. She is an expert gardener, with lifelong experience. Ellis has taken many classes in these subjects and taught classes, as well.
Photo Credits:
Dean Forbes at Flickr
