Quality of Life

About La Grande:

• Nestled at the feet of the Blue Mountains on the edge of the fertile Grande Ronde Valley.
• Friendly, casual, and has its own brand of sophistication, due in large part to the presence of Eastern Oregon University.
• With a population of just over 12,400, La Grande is the county seat of Union County.
• The surrounding national forests, lakes, and rivers provide some of the best biking, hiking, skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, camping, and sightseeing opportunities in the state.

About Walla Walla:

• Located in southeastern Washington, approximately 45 minutes from the metropolitan Tri-Cities area.
• Agriculture and a booming wine industry are fueling a great deal of growth in the region.
• Clean air, minimal traffic congestion, a low crime rate, and excellent educational opportunities.
• Located near the northern foothills of the Blue Mountains, Walla Walla offers cycling, mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping just minutes away from home and work.

Cost of Living Comparison

This chart shows how much disposable income you would gain if you moved to La Grande or Walla Walla and received the same $50,000 salary that you would currently earn in these American cities. CNN.com ranked these other cities in the Top Ten of their "Best Places to Live 2006" list.