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Bellevue Washington
Bellevue is the fifth largest city in Washington. Bellevue manages to offer more than 130,000 jobs in the high-tech and retail areas, while at the same time retaining a small-town feel. Its woodsy neighborhoods and a vast network of green spaces and recreational facilities have earned it the nickname of "a city in a park." Bellevue is the 6th wealthiest of 522 communities in the state of Washington, and was recently ranked as the 4th best place to live in America. Population: Approximately 120,000
Climate: Bellevue has a temperate climate, influenced by its proximity to Puget Sound. It receives 36 inches of rain each year.
Cost of living: Overall, the cost of living in Bellevue, WA is 18.4% greater than the Washington average, and 22% greater than the national average.
Housing costs: Relatively expensive; the median sales price for homes from Mar 11 to May 11 was $446,000 based on 495 home sales.
Colleges and Universities: Bellevue College http://bellevuecollege.edu/ has a faculty of 1064, and serves 38,000 students annually. DeVry University Bellevue Center offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in some of today's fastest-growing career fields http://www.devry.edu/locations/campuses/loc_seattle.jsp. Transportation: The City of Bellevue Transportation Department tries to make getting around Bellevue easy for cars, buses, bikes and walkers. http://www.ci.bellevue.wa.us/transportation.htm
Travel and tourism: Bellevue is surrounded by magnificent natural beauty and outdoor spaces, and offers the ultimate in shopping, dining and cultural attractions, all within easy strolling distance of popular hotels. Enjoy shopping in world famous Nordstrom's or Eddie Bauer, or for a change of pace visit Old Bellevue's quaint, romantic bistros and rare, local shops. For outdoor enthusiasts, Bellevue offers miles of nature trails, public parks and swim beaches within easy walking distance of downtown, and skiing in the Cascade Mountains is less than one hour away. Then, after a busy day, unwind at any of Bellevue's numerous spas, museums, performing arts groups and art galleries. http://www.visitbellevuewashington.com/ Bellevue Chamber of Commerce: http://www.bellevuechamber.org/
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