Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
No state income tax, mild weather, and water and mountains in every direction.
1. Bellingham: Best overall
2. Sequim: Best for mild, dry weather
3. Spokane: Best value
4. Port Townsend: Best for charm
5. Olympia: Best for amenities
6. Walla Walla: Best for wine country
7. Anacortes: Best island gateway
8. Vancouver: Best for tax savings
Washington appeals to retirees who want four mild seasons, no state income tax on retirement income, and immediate access to water, mountains, and good healthcare. The drier east and the islands offer sunnier alternatives to Seattle. Here are the 8 best places to retire in Washington, ranked.