Updated
Updated · MyNorthwest · Aug 17
Seattle Markets Land 2 Top-5 Spots in 1,500-Market U.S. Ranking
Updated
Updated · MyNorthwest · Aug 17

Seattle Markets Land 2 Top-5 Spots in 1,500-Market U.S. Ranking

3 articles · Updated · MyNorthwest · Aug 17

Summary

  • Pike Place Market took the No. 1 spot in Holidu’s ranking of more than 1,500 U.S. farmers markets, while Ballard Farmers Market placed No. 4.
  • Nearly 80,000 Google reviews helped lift Pike Place to a perfect 10 out of 10, with the study weighing ratings, review volume and product variety.
  • Ballard scored 7.33 out of 10, backed by a 4.8-star Google rating across nearly 2,000 reviews and recognition for seafood vendors, produce and seasonal events.
  • Washington was the only state with two markets on the list, underscoring Seattle’s standout showing against markets in states including California, Texas and Florida.

Insights

Why did a historic Seattle market famous for flying fish and high prices beat out 1,500 traditional farmers' markets nationwide?
Could living near Seattle's newly crowned top-tier farmers' markets be the hidden secret driving up local neighborhood housing values?