Washington state unemployment rate holds steady in March at 4.4%
OLYMPIA —Washington’s economy decreased by an estimated 5,200 jobs (seasonally adjusted) in March 2025, and the monthly unemployment rate remained at 4.4%. “The unemployment rate stayed steady, and the labor force also maintained relative stability in March. Slowing job growth took a slight turn this month,” said Anneliese Vance-Sherman, chief labor economist at the Employment Security […]
Snohomish County has one of the state’s lowest unemployment rates
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County has one of the lowest unemployment rates in Washington State according to the Washington State Employment Security Department’s monthly report, but Washington State in general still ranks higher than most states in the nation. Snohomish County is currently tied with neighboring King County with a rate of 4.1%. On the opposite end, […]
Will the vaccine mandate for state employees lead to a staffing shortage post-October 18?
Gov. Inslee’s recent proclamation requires all employees of state agencies to be fully vaccinated by October 18 or face termination. As some emergency servicemen and women struggle to choose between termination or vaccination, will there be a staffing shortage come October? Every employee of a Washington state agency mandated to be vaccinated Two weeks ago, […]
