The Inland Northwest is located within 6 major counties between Idaho and Washington.  The regional market population comprises of over 1.9 million people.  The main counties located within this population are; Kootenai, Spokane, Shoshone, Bonner, Pend Oreille, and Benewah.  The topography is mainly forested and mountainous throughout.  Spokane and Kootenai County are the primary recreation area of the region with over 650,000 people. 

   The Inland Northwest has a true four-season climate with cool mountain evenings.  The mean summer temperature is 69 degrees and drops to 27 degrees in the winter.  The region receives an average annual precipitation of 26 inches, with a mean seasonal snowfall of over 62 inches.  The annual average relative humidity is 46 percent. 

   Business Leaders have found the Inland Northwest to be the perfect place for relocation or expansion.  It has all of the elements available that translate into a winning bottom line.  Industrial resources such as water, low-cost hydroelectricity, high tech infrastructure, rail and truck transportation services and support services guarantee a cost effective place to do business.  These resources coupled with a stable and fair tax structure for both businesses and their employees assure a flexible, productive workforce and excellent business economy. 

   Within Spokane and Kootenai county there are over 39 different lakes and 88 square miles of water.  This makes these counties the premier water destination for the Inland Northwest and many other surrounding areas.  The Inland Northwest is the leader in water with many beautiful lakes that attract seasonal and permanent visitors. Few regions of the country have a mix of recreation and culture comparable to the Inland Northwest.  Business leaders have come from all over the U. S. to be in this kind of atmosphere with the many opportunities the Northwest has available to them.  This demograpic area allows for a successful work and business environment for any person or company moving to the area