Walla Walla, WA local economy

Walla Walla, WA ranks in the 51st percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum flat over the past 12 months.

New business applications or registrations was 875 in January 2025, up 45.8% from January 2024. Dwelling units authorized by permit was 15 in July 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How does Walla Walla, WA rank among United States metros?

Walla Walla, WA ranks in the 51st percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum flat over the past 12 months.

What is the new business applications or registrations in Walla Walla, WA?

New business applications or registrations in Walla Walla, WA was 875 in January 2025.

What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in Walla Walla, WA?

Dwelling units authorized by permit in Walla Walla, WA was 15 in July 2026.

What is the payrolled or covered employment in Walla Walla, WA?

Payrolled or covered employment in Walla Walla, WA was 27,295 in January 2026.

Nearby and related

• United States overview
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• Manchester-Nashua, NH

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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