Medina: Home to Billionaires, Luxury, and Culinary Excellence
Medina, Washington, a small yet affluent city, is home to some of the world's wealthiest individuals. Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos are among the billionaires residing here, with Steve Ballmer, former CEO of Microsoft, living nearby in Hunts Point. The average household income in Medina is an astounding $459,400 (around €393,000), and nearly all homes are worth over $1 million.
Medina, with a population of around 3,000 and covering just 3.6 square kilometers, boasts an average home value of around $4.5 million (about €3.8 million). The city is primarily residential, with a small gourmet grocery store, Kitchen & Market, catering to the high-end tastes of its residents. The city's wealth is reflected in the luxurious estate of Bill Gates, spanning 4.2 hectares, and the combined real estate holdings of Jeff Bezos, estimated at around $190 million (about €162 million) in 2023.
Notable for its culinary scene, Medina and its nearby areas host gastronomic establishments like Copperleaf Restaurant at Cedarbrook Lodge, offering fresh Northwest farm-to-table dining, and Mediterranean Kitchen in Bellevue, known for its vibrant Mediterranean flavors using fresh local ingredients.
Medina's affluence is evident in its high home values, exclusive residences, and the presence of billionaires like Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos. With a unique blend of luxury and culinary excellence, Medina continues to be one of the wealthiest cities in the US.
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