Hoxie House

The Tri-Cities is one of Washington’s largest MSAs, with a population of 324,000 and year over year growth, largely due to its thriving economy. The area is centrally located, making it the business, industrial, healthcare, agricultural and transportation hub of the Inland Northwest.

In addition, the Tri-Cities is home to the highest ratio of scientists and engineers per capita in the nation. The Tri-Cities has become a key hub for energy production, largely due to the significant role of Hanford in the region’s energy landscape, which has attracted scientists and engineers from across the country. Additionally, the area benefits from a diverse mix of renewable energy sources, including wind and solar power, thanks to its high desert climate and flat terrain, which are ideal for these energy generation methods. The Tri-Cities is also home to several hydroelectric plants, supported by the nearby Columbia River, further strengthening the region’s energy portfolio.

With its strong scientific and technical expertise, along with a well-established infrastructure in existing energy sectors, the Tri-Cities is an attractive location for companies and research institutions focused on sustainable energy development. This positions the region to continue playing a leading role in the Pacific Northwest’s energy future.

As one of the region’s largest employers and home to the nation’s only large-scale nuclear facility, Hanford offers thousands of high-paying jobs, especially in areas like environmental remediation, engineering, nuclear science, and project management. These positions not only support those directly employed by Hanford but also generate a ripple effect throughout the Tri-Cities economy, benefiting businesses across the region.