Moving to Prosser
Thinking of moving to Prosser, WA?
Prosser is a tranquil oasis of green with its peaceful river meandering through a valley bordered by the Horse Heaven and Rattlesnake Hills. This clean, attractive town is friendly to all and features old-fashioned light poles and cobbled sidewalks. Prosser has even been dubbed the "Birthplace of the Washington Wine Industry." Almost 300 sunny days annually lend way to a variety of outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, boating and golf. Prosser is indeed a great place to visit or call home.
There are many reasons people are relocating to Prosser, and once you're here you'll find all the activities and services you would want in a modern community accompanied by the small town heart that you would have found in decades past.
The county seat of Benton County, Prosser is located at the far western corner of the county, just 50 miles from Yakima and 35 miles from the Tri-Cities. The local economy centers around agriculture; primarily concord and wine grapes, apples, cherries, hops, asparagus, corn, wheat, and processing plants.
Climate
With only about 8 inches of natural precipitation annually, Prosser is basically an irrigated desert that enjoys a semi-arid climate, allowing the region to enjoy all 4 seasons each year without major weather extremes.
Prosser is located in USDA hardiness zone 7, with approximately 150 frost free growing days each year.
The average annual high temperature is 65°F with the summer highs usually in the mid 90°F range. The average annual low temperature is 39°F with winter lows usually in the mid to low 20°s.
Elevation at the Prosser Airport is 705 ft. above sea level.
Community Resources
Start here when you are looking for contacts to help you with your move...
Banking, Savings & Loans, Financial Planning & Mortgage
Banner Bank: (509) 786-3545
Edward Jones: (509) 786-7787
F. Joel Financial: (509) 591-9160
Lower Valley Credit Union: (509) 786-2711
U S Bank: (509) 786-1443
Yakima Federal Savings: (509) 786-2366
Building Information
City of Prosser Planning and Building Departments: (509) 786-2332
Benton County Planning Department: (509) 786-3086
Building & Contractors- General
Building & Contractors- Finish
BJ Paint & Carpet: (509) 786-4652
Building Supplies
BJ Paint & Carpet: (509) 786-4652
Cook’s Ace Hardware: (509) 786-1921
Cleaning Services
Concrete Contractors
Excavation Services
Health Care Providers
Prosser Memorial Health: (509) 786-2222
Heating & Air Conditioning
Landscaping, Lawn Care & Nurseries
Morfin's Tree Trim & Landscaping (509) 830-8704
Newspapers
Prosser Record Bulletin: (509) 786-1711
Pest Control
Power & Electrical
Benton Public Utilities District (PUD): (509) 786-1841
Benton Rural Electric Association (REA): (509) 786-2913
Public Services
Mid-Columbia Library: (509) 786-2533
Parks & Recreation: (509) 786-2332
US Post Office: (509) 786-2639
Realtors
Himsl Real Estate: (509) 786-1234
LKR Real Estate Services, Inc: (509) 781-1428
Remodel, Roofing, Restoration & Repair
Telephone & Internet
Benton REA Powernet: (509) 786-2913
Century Link: (800) 877-1125
Spectrum Phone & Internet Service: (866) 820-8405
Transportation
Benton-Franklin Transit: (877) 646-4287
People for People: (509) 248-6726
Water, Sewer, Septic & Garbage
Basin Disposal Inc: (800) 642-6447
City of Prosser (in city limits): (509) 786-2332
