In what is becoming an almost annual occurrence in the area, Franklin County and Pasco, in particular, have proven to be the fastest growing portions of Washington State with Franklin County registering 5.7 percent growth over the past year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That growth comes as no shock to local residents that have seen Pasco grow substantially from its agricultural roots to a diversified economy filled with jobs. In fact, the area sports an extremely high percentage of young people, attracted by what has become a relatively steady Tri-Cities economy.
City officials said that over 5,000 new homes have been built in Pasco in the past five years as the area braces itself for even more growth over the coming years. Though the housing market has slowed nationwide,, Pasco still reports strong numbers and has remained a strong magnet for new resident in Southeastern Washington. with affordable housing abundant in Pasco and jobs at a healthy level, it is no wonder that this mix of economic stability and the area’s inherent beauty have combined to make Pasco and Franklin County go-to destinations for many prospective residents.