What is the state of the state’s economy for working people?

We looked at employment, wages, benefits, wealth inequality, and other factors to determine how Washington’s economy has impacted working people.

Fairness
Increasing Inequality

Washington is growing more unequal, more quickly, than the nation

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The Unemployment Rate Isn’t All That Matters

“Slack” is why wages are low even when unemployment is down

Opportunity
Income Inequality in Washington

The Wealthy Are Getting Wealthier and Everyone Else Isn't

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Pay Disparities by Race and Sex

The wage gap can't be explained without discrimination

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Taxable Sales as Percent of Income

Even though the sales tax rate is increasing, it's bringing in less money