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October 2024 Washington Monthly Economic Report

October 30, 2024

Our monthly economic report for October 2024 shows:

  • Between September 11 and October 10, 2024, Washington’s revenue collections exceeded the forecast by 3.2%.
  • Personal income rose by 5.1% in Q2, reaching $665.4 billion, with a 7.3% year-over-year increase from 2022, ranking the state 3rd in the U.S. for income growth.
  • Although total nonfarm employment declined by 2,000 jobs in September, the information, construction, and manufacturing sectors added jobs.
  • Meanwhile, Seattle home prices rose for the fourth consecutive month, and new vehicle registrations grew 4.8%, marking a continued upward trend.

Check out the full report for more insights on Washington’s evolving economy: