This data reflects the primary work locations of state employees and is updated quarterly.

• Concentration in Key Counties: Approximately 73.3% of state employees are located in five counties – see chart visuals tab in the dashboard.
• Distribution Across Other Counties: The remaining 26.7% of employees are spread across various counties. 
• Headcounts on this dashboard may vary from headcounts on other workforce data pages since it excludes employees whose duty station is located outside Washington state and employees who have an undisclosed duty station pusuant to RCW 42.56.250
• Dashboard Navigation Notes 

Dashboard Navigation Notes: 

• Hover over counties to view employee headcount.
• Click the Export All Data button to download a copy of the Workforce Headcount Table.
• Select Focus Mode to enlarge maps or tables.
  
  

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Notes:

Includes permanent and nonpermanent employees.

General government (excluding higher education institutions).

Last Updated: 04/10/2025
Time Period: as of 03/31/2025
Update Frequency: quarterly (end of fiscal quarter)