I used to live in Seattle, now in Tacoma.
Anyone that has decided to stay in Seattle since that place went nuts in 1998 or so, can only blame themselves for staying in a place that has adobpted the lifestyles of Soddom & Gomorrah. As it still stands, a person can leave there and sell their house for an astronomically overpriced amount. That latter part may not last if the city starts to resemble Detroit.
I was in Bremerton (Navy) in 1968...I enjoyed Salmon fishing and trout fishing...Mt Ranier was a great visit...
Went into Seattle a few times...Liked the smaller towns much better...