Retail Trade businesses in Whatcom County, WA
Census County Business Patterns 2022. NAICS sector 44-45.
Establishments
795
3.8% of WA sector
Employees
10,721
3.1% of WA sector
Annual Payroll
$402.5M
total 2022
County context
Population
228,432
Median Household Income
$80,989
Median Home Value
$536,100
Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates 2023.
Compare to Washington state averages
| Metric | Whatcom County | WA total | County share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Establishments | 795 | 20,787 | 3.8% |
| Employees | 10,721 | 343,606 | 3.1% |
| Annual Payroll | $402.5M | $14.42B | — |
Related resources
Other sectors in Whatcom County
- Construction (974 establishments)
- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (800 establishments)
- Health Care and Social Assistance (743 establishments)
- Other Services (except Public Administration) (626 establishments)
- Accommodation and Food Services (616 establishments)
- Real Estate and Rental and Leasing (442 establishments)