Seattle Construction Costs Rise 2.4% as Labor Market Shrinks 7% in Challenging Quarter

Seattle's construction market experienced a measured 2.37 percent cost increase in the second quarter of 2025, positioning the Pacific Northwest hub near the middle of national markets as the industry navigates ongoing trade uncertainty and labor market adjustments. The Emerald City's performance tracked closely with national trends, where nonresidential construction costs climbed 2.72 percent for […]