Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA local economy

Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA ranks in the 85th percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.

New business applications or registrations was 78,407 in January 2025, up 28.9% from January 2024. Dwelling units authorized by permit was 1,702 in July 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How does Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA rank among United States metros?

Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA ranks in the 85th percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.

What is the new business applications or registrations in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA?

New business applications or registrations in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA was 78,407 in January 2025.

What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA?

Dwelling units authorized by permit in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA was 1,702 in July 2026.

What is the payrolled or covered employment in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA?

Payrolled or covered employment in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA was 2,056,852 in January 2026.

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Sources and methodology

• U.S. Census Bureau — Business Formation Statistics (BFS)
• U.S. Census Bureau — Building Permits Survey (BPS), CBSA monthly
• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), national all-industry

Method: 2026.09. Updated 2026-09-10. Coverage: 100% of weighted components available.

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