The pace is slower. The skies are bluer. The future is brighter.
More free time
In Pullman, traffic jams are a distant memory. With just 19 traffic signals, rush “hour” lasts about 10 minutes. That means less stress and more time to chase your dreams.
11.7 MINUTES
TYPICAL TRAVEL TIME TO WORK
Walk or bike to work and school
Make your commute part of your daily exercise program! It’s easy to get around by bicycle and on foot. The city maintains 15 miles of paved bicycle and pedestrian paths.
Fun and fitness
Get your move on! You won’t believe the variety of sports and recreational activities.
Fresh, locally grown food
Pullman lies at the heart of one of the world’s great agricultural regions. That means you can enjoy locally sourced foods and fabulous local dining.
WSU has the largest organic teaching farm in the country. Through its Community Supported Agriculture program you can buy local, organic produce directly from the farm.
You can also buy fresh, local produce at farmers’ markets in Pullman and neighboring Moscow.
If you’re a lentil lover, don’t miss the Legendary Lentil Cook-Off at the annual National Lentil Festival.
“I love the small town atmosphere. I love being able to go home for lunch. I love being only 10 minutes from work. I’m happy I stumbled onto Pullman. It’s a great place to live.”
Karen Garrett
Desktop Support Lead, WSU Information Technology
Commitment to sustainability
In Pullman, it’s easy to be green
Excellent health care services
Top hospitals and clinics
- Pullman Regional Hospital boasts patient satisfaction ratings well above both state and national averages, according to U.S. News and World Report.
- Gritman Medical Center in nearby Moscow, Idaho earned similar high ratings.
- Whitman Hospital and Medical Center in Colfax, Washington, also earns accolades.
- Health and Wellness Services on the Pullman campus treats students who need general or urgent medical care. The accredited clinic is staffed with board certified physicians and experienced health care providers. A pharmacy is on site.
Spokane is home to one of the nation’s best collection of health care services. It’s just a 90-minute drive away. There you’ll find many specialists in all major areas.
A campus dedicated to health sciences
WSU’s Spokane campus is home to the colleges of pharmacy, nursing, and medical sciences.
Health insurance for WSU employees
WSU’s generous benefits package includes excellent medical insurance.