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Kent, Washington

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Location

The Resume

    (May 28, 1890- )
    Located in King County
    Part of the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metropolitan area
    Sixth largest city in Washington
    Population is 136,588 as of the 2021 census

Why Kent, Washington might be annoying:

    It went through several name changes, before settling on Kent.
    It lost its biggest economic engine after an aphid infestation wiped out the crops of hops the region was known for (1891).
    It was prone to flooding during the early part of the 20th century.
    It has a cool climate year-round.
    Its economy relied heavily on industry during the 1980’s and 1990’s.

Why Kent, Washington might not be annoying:

    It is King County’s second oldest incorporated community, after Seattle.
    It was considered the primary farming community in the Pacific Northwest during the late 19th century.
    It experienced a significant population boom after World War II.
    It is considered an integral hub for the tech sector in the Pacific Northwest region.
    The Western Hockey League’s Seattle Thunderbirds have been based in this city since 2009.

Credit: Eddie Burphy


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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 5 Votes: 40.0% Annoying