Washington State Unemployment Rate Remains at 4.4% in March 2025

Washington state unemployment rate holds steady in March at 4.4% – MasonWebTV.com

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...

Washington State Unemployment Rate Remains at 4.4% in March 2025

OLYMPIA, WA –  Washington’s unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.4% in March 2025, while the state experienced a seasonally adjusted loss of approximately 5,200 nonfarm jobs, according to the Washington Employment Security Department. March marked the third consecutive month of employment decline in the state. Chief labor economist Anneliese Vance-Sherman noted the continued slowing of job growth and highlighted the impact of new federal go…