State of Working Washington
Research reports and interactive charts showing how Washington residents are faring in today’s economy, from jobs and wages to inequality and family budgets. Note: Charts are not interactive on mobile devices.
In Depth
Jobs: Washington’s economy is (slowly) adding jobs, but an equitable recovery is a long way off
Wages: Why most Washington workers couldn’t prepare for the COVID-19 crisis
Economic Inequality: A few at the top are pulling away, leaving everyone else behind
Sources of Inequality: The forces behind Washington’s growing economic inequality
Family Budgets: Higher costs are making harder for more families to make ends meet
Washington’s Economy is (Slowly) Adding Jobs, but an Equitable Recovery is a Long Way Off
To rebuild, we need to create good jobs, eliminate structural barriers to employment, and value caregiving
With Unemployment Still High, why are Some Businesses Struggling to Hire?
Hint: it's not your stimulus check — or your neighbor's unemployment benefits
With the Recovery Stalled, it’s Time for Strong Leadership in both Washingtons
Robust relief packages, bold policy choices, and progressive tax reforms will put our economy back on track
Child Care Costs in Washington are so High, Many Middle-Wage Jobs Won’t Support a Family
Lawmakers need to act now to boost family incomes and make child care more affordable
Washington’s Economic Crisis is Deepening — We Need Immediate Aid and Bold Action
Federal, state and local lawmakers need to step up now so we can begin healing and start turning the economy around
Washington’s Economic Recovery is Slowing
WIth fewer jobs being added each month, public health measures -- and government rescue and relief -- are crucial to get our economy moving
The Wealth Divide: It’s Not Race vs. Class — It’s Both
Bold policy choices can address gaps between (and within) racial/ethnic groups
Unemployment Drops — but 200,000 Jobs are Still Missing
Washington's underlying economic problems won't be fixed without strong rescue and relief