Welcome to the Washington State Employment Security Department 

Supporting workers when they need it the most, and helping employers build their workforce

May 2025
Unemployment rate
Seasonally adjusted
4.5%
0.1%
May 2025
Total unemployment
Seasonally adjusted
181,214
2,261
May 2025
Payroll employment
Seasonally adjusted
4,042,228
9,838

Latest news

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Veterans and their families are encouraged to attend a free conference that includes employment resources, workshops and more.
The eighth annual Serving Those Who Served event takes place Aug. 20-21 at the Yakima Convention Center.
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A National Hire-A-Vet Day Job & Resource Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Mount Tahoma High School in Tacoma.
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Unemployment benefits for part-time workers and people with reduced hours

If your hours have been cut or you are working part time, you may qualify for unemployment benefits in Washington. These benefits can help cover your lost income, even if you are not fully unemployed.

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