Washington unemployment steady despite job losses

Washington unemployment steady despite job losses

OLYMPIA, Wash. - Washington's unemployment rate held steady at 4.4% in April 2025, despite a decrease of 5,800 jobs, according to the Employment Security Department.

Washington state unemployment rate continues to remain steady at 4.4% – MasonWebTV.com

Washington’s economy decreased by an estimated 5,800 jobs (seasonally adjusted) in April 2025, and the monthly unemployment rate remained at 4.4%.  “Although the unemployment rate remains steady and low, the count of jobs in Washington has dropped for three consecutive months,” said Anneliese Vance-Sherman, chief labor economist at the Employment Security Department. She added, “Payroll...

Washington State Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 4.4% in April

OLYMPIA, WA – Washington’s unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.4% in April 2025, according to the latest report from the Washington Employment Security Department (ESD). Despite the steady rate, the state saw a net loss of 5,800 jobs for the month. Anneliese Vance-Sherman, chief labor economist at ESD, noted that April marked the third consecutive month of job declines. However, payroll employment remains slightly above April 2024 levels, …