Seattle metro in general is a very expensive area with bad traffic. Auburn is more rural and may be better. Kent is often extremely backed up on the freeways because of where it sits in proximity to the 405 and I5. Summer starts in July. Winters are brutally depressing but not that cold with not much snow. Seahawk apparel is a must on Fridays. Subarus and bicycles rule the road and owning a dog appears to be a must. She'll need a Good to Go pass for the Lexus lanes. People are well-educated but standoffish compared to the south. Not much diversity. Lots of slow drives in the left lane, but not crazy like the California drivers. In all a nice place to live with all the outdoor activities you could ever want.
