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EWU researchers report steady retail sales, rising incomes and mixed labor signals for Spokane Valley
Summary
Eastern Washington University presented quarterly economic trends: median incomes rose sharply countywide, retail taxable sales showed modest growth, labor force and job counts eased slightly, and health care and government remain the largest employment sectors.
Researchers from Eastern Washington University briefed council on the city’s latest economic indicators, highlighting a mix of positive and cautionary signals.
Dr. Jones and colleagues said county median household income jumped year‑over‑year from about $73,000 to $86,000. That rise coincided with modest retail sales growth: EWU reported year‑to‑date retail taxable‑sales growth of roughly…
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