What is the unemployment rate in the right now?

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Unemployment in the Spokane, WA Metro Area was at 4.7% in April 2026. That's a 0.7 percentage point increase from a year before. The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who are actively looking for work but not currently employed. It helps indicate the overall condition of the Spokane, WA Metro Area job market.
In April 2026,

4.7%

of the labor force was unemployed in Spokane, WA Metro Area
April 2026 had a

+0.7

percentage point change from April 2025
Metro area-level unemployment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics does not account for fluctuations due to seasonal employment patterns, such as tourism or agriculture. That means the data may show large changes month to month. It’s important to view this local data with a long-term lens.

The unemployment rate in was lower in April 2026 (YTD) compared with January 2019.

Unemployment rate by month, not seasonally adjusted, 2019-2026 (YTD)

Unemployment rates differ between urban areas due to various factors. The types of industries present in an area may affect unemployment rates. Seasonal work in industries like tourism can cause unemployment to go up and down. Population changes and local policies also play a role in how many people are employed.

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How does unemployment in the metro area compare to other metros?

Unemployment rates are an indicator of economic health, and understanding how they vary across different metropolitan areas can provide valuable insights. The current unemployment rate in the metro area is a metric to consider. Comparing this rate with those of other metropolitan areas can highlight differences or similarities, shedding light on the economic conditions and challenges faced by each region. Factors such as industry presence, population growth, and overall economic conditions play a role in influencing these rates. By examining these elements, we can better understand the economic health of the metro area relative to other regions and anticipate potential future trends.
Among 108 metro areas with more than 250,000 people in the labor force, the null had the 21st highest unemployment rate in April 2026.
Other areas with similar unemployment rates to the Eugene, OR area's 4.7% unemployment rate were the Tampa, FL area (4.7%) and the Las Vegas area (5.6%).

In April 2026, the had the 21st highest unemployment rate among metro areas with more than 250,000 people in the labor force.

Unemployment rate, not seasonally adjusted (Circle size corresponds to the size of the labor force)

Unemployment rate, by metro area (April 2026)

Unemployment rate, by metro area (April 2026)
1.

El Centro, CA area

16.5%
2.

Yuma, AZ area

13.9%
3.

Visalia, CA area

10.2%
4.

Merced, CA area

9.6%
5.

Hanford, CA area

8.9%
6.

Bakersfield, CA area

8.7%
7.

Guayama, PR area

8.6%
8.

Eagle Pass, TX area

8.5%
9.

Fresno, CA area

8.1%
10.

Wildwood, FL area

7.9%

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Methodology

USAFacts standardizes data, in areas such as time and demographics, to make it easier to understand and compare.

The analysis was generated with the help of AI and reviewed by USAFacts for accuracy.

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