The City of Pasco is a proud and dynamic community with a population of 80,180. Pasco is one of the fastest-growing communities in Washington State, with our population more than doubling in the last 15 years and income growing 45% between 2016 and 2021.  This tremendous growth demonstrates our regional economic strength, and our young population ensures that this growth and strength will be sustained over the long term.  Outstanding public facilities and natural beauty make Pasco an ideal sports and recreation destination. The diverse culture, stable economy, low crime rate, public transportation, medical facilities, and award-winning educational services provide great economic and community opportunities.  

Location, location, location – Interstate 182, US Highway 395, and State Route 12 link Pasco to interstate highways; the Port of Pasco provides access to shipping along the mighty Columbia River and the air through the recently renovated Tri-Cities Airport, with convenient connections to several major air hubs, and not to mention the railroad service for both passengers and freight!

The community’s successes have been recognized by independent groups and surveys, including:
•2019, 2020, & 2022 Association of Washington Cities Municipal Excellence Award Winner
•2018 & 2019 All-America City Finalist
•#8 "Boomtown in America"
•Pasco was rated #1 in the country for its "Rising Housing Market"​
•One of the “Most Popular Mid-Sized Cities to Relocate”
•Pasco's crime rate has dropped more than 80% since 1990 and has been cited as one of the safest cities in the state in several different surveys​
•"12 of the Best Places to Live in Washington"​
•"Best Places for Home Ownership"​

Pasco is a place where people put down roots and raise families in a safe, forward-thinking, active environment. For business or a place to call home, Pasco has something for everyone.  If it’s a positive lifestyle you flourish in, Pasco is for you!

Government

City of Pasco

Adam Lincoln

Richard Allen

Tony Preston

Kurtis Schliebe

Ed Devoe

Derek Benningfield

Rosanna J.

Robert Gear

Richa Sigdel

Adam Lincoln Mpa, Icma-Cm

Ken Roske

Msml Dan Dotta

Brian Cartwright

Karen Southwick

Anthony Wright

Jon Funfar

City Operations and Administration

Public Safety Officials

IT and Technical Support

Leadership Team

Teams at City of Pasco

City Operations and Administration

Public Safety Officials

IT and Technical Support

Leadership Team