International Trade and Global Connectivity Greater Seattle serves as one of the United States’ most important gateways to international markets and global commerce. Supported by world-class ports, international air cargo facilities, rail infrastructure, and direct access to Asia-Pacific shipping routes, the region facilitates billions of dollars in trade annually across aerospace, advanced manufacturing, technology, and…

Regional Economic Snapshot Snohomish County is a major economic center in the North Puget Sound region and an important contributor to the regional economy. Anchored by aerospace manufacturing, advanced industries, healthcare, and a growing innovation ecosystem, the county continues to attract residents, employers, and investment across the Pacific Northwest. As of 2025, Snohomish County is…

Regional Economic Snapshot Pierce County is a major economic center within the Puget Sound region and the broader South Sound economy. Supported by strong workforce growth, logistics infrastructure, healthcare systems, military presence, and business expansion, the county remains an increasingly attractive destination for residents, employers, and investment across the Pacific Northwest. As of 2025, Pierce…

Regional Economic Snapshot King County is one of the most competitive regional economies in the United States and serves as the economic center of the Greater Seattle region. With significant presence of global technology companies, advanced industries, research institutions, and a highly educated workforce, the county continues to drive innovation, investment, and job growth across…

The Greater Seattle region remains one of the most competitive and innovation-driven metropolitan economies in the United States. With a laid out foundation of globally recognized industries including artificial intelligence, aerospace, life sciences, maritime, and advanced manufacturing, the region continues to attract investment, talent, and business growth. The 2025 Greater Seattle Economic Overview examines the…

Greater Seattle continues to demonstrate why it is one of the most competitive regional economies in the United States. New data shows steady population growth, a highly educated workforce, and accelerating job creation across innovation-driven sectors. While global disruptions reshaped growth patterns over the last several years, the region’s long-term fundamentals remain strong and point…

Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) today announced the launch of Cohort 4 of the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator, a customized, six-week hybrid export training program designed to help local businesses expand into international markets. Fifteen companies from across King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties were selected to participate in this complimentary program, which provides expert-led sessions on…

Greater Seattle’s life science industry ranks among the top clusters in the U.S., supporting over 42,500 jobs and contributing $13.7 billion to the region’s GRP in 2024. The average earnings per job in this sector are $192,398. Additionally, 47.7% of these jobs are held by women. From 2019 to 2024, the industry experienced a growth…

With over one hundred engineering centers, local venture capitalists, and several incubators and accelerators in the region, Greater Seattle is home to a strong tech industry and ecosystem. From startups to established companies, we have it all. Leading companies in the region include companies such as Microsoft, Amazon, Zillow, Big Fish, Nintendo, Pokémon, Meta, T-Mobile,…

Greater Seattle is home to the largest aerospace supply chain in the United States and the Greater Seattle space economy has more than doubled in four years. With companies such as Boeing, Alaska Airlines, Blue Origin, SpaceX, ATS, Crane Aerospace and Electronics, Korry, Astronics, General Dynamics, Safran and more, the region is a hotspot for…

Some of the newest startups in the region represent a diverse range of startups attracting significant VC funding across various sectors in the Greater Seattle region. While Auger leads with a substantial Series A round of $100 million, demonstrating a strong investor confidence in their AI-powered logistics solutions, most funding rounds are concentrated at the…

In 2024, Greater Seattle’s total trade reached $114.46 billion, reflecting a 5.9% growth from the previous year. The region’s top trade commodities included electric machinery, industrial machinery, and vehicles. Despite a slight 0.8% shrinkage in exports, totaling $40.42 billion, imports surged by 9.9% to $74.05 billion. Aircraft and spacecraft were the leading export commodities, while…