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August Builders Bulletin

  • Builders Bulletin
  • Builders
|   Sep 3, 2024
Contact: data@mbaks.com

In July 2024, Washington’s unemployment rate stood at 4.9%, with the Seattle/Bellevue/Everett area slightly lower at 4.4%. The construction sector faced a significant downturn, losing 14,100 jobs over the past year, bringing total statewide construction employment to 227,400. This decline highlights ongoing challenges in the industry despite overall employment stability.

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