Washington’s unemployment rate in September was 4.9%

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Washington state’s unemployment rate in September was 4.9%, down from 5.1% in August.

Employers added 17,600 jobs in September, a 7.3% increase over August, the state Employment Security Department reported Wednesday.

The Seattle Times reports September’s job growth was disappointing in comparison to June and July, when the state added 25,600 and 24,300 jobs, respectively.

Officials say September’s modest increase likely reflects in part the surge in COVID cases during the month. (AP)

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