With such a short commute to Seattle, the residents of Everett, WA enjoy the benefits of big-city job and educational opportunities coupled with a high quality of life in a small city. Some of the best employers in the country, according to CNN Money, are located in the immediate area:
- Microsoft
- Nordstrom
- Perkins Cole
- Starbucks
- Washington Mutual
Boeing, the largest employer in the state of Washington, has a facility in Everett and is responsible for a large number of local jobs. 47% of Everett's residents live and work within city limits. Educational, health and social services, and retail trade also provide many employment opportunities to those living in Everett.
Colleges and technical schools in the area provide opportunities for Everett residents to obtain degrees and hands-on career training. The city of Seattle also provides many academic opportunities and attracts students from all over the country. The future of Everett will be influenced in large part by the success of these academic institutions, nearby industry, and businesses.
Sources:
- City of Everett
- CNN Money, "2006 Best Places to Live"
- City Data, Everett, WA
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