Commerce Divisions
Commerce manages a budget of $7.9 billion dollars and a portfolio of work that strengthens communities across the state. Equity is at the forefront of all of the work we do, ensuring all people in Washington can benefit from our programs.
Housing
Working to make housing accessible to all, Commerce is committed to safe and affordable housing solutions.
Energy
Commerce works on the benefits of energy and state energy goals by providing resources and opportunities to Washington state entities.
Local Government
Commerce is built to understand and support leadership needs across all levels of local government.
Economic Development
Creating a prosperous, sustainable economy goes hand in hand with building world-class communities.
Community Services
Commerce partners with communities to build a safer, more equitable Washington for everyone.
Housing
Working to make housing accessible to all, Commerce is committed to safe and affordable housing solutions.
Energy
Commerce works on the benefits of energy and state energy goals by providing resources and opportunities to Washington state entities.
Local Government
Commerce is built to understand and support leadership needs across all levels of local government.
Economic Development
Creating a prosperous, sustainable economy goes hand in hand with building world-class communities.
Community Services
Commerce partners with communities to build a safer, more equitable Washington for everyone.
News and Updates
Telling stories of impact in your communities.
July 18, 2025
Commerce announces 9.683% rent cap for 2026
About Commerce
Building strong communities is essential to economic prosperity. Our name, “Commerce,” often makes people first think of us as championing business and economic development. We do that, but more important is the notion that a healthy, safe community is the foundation for economic prosperity.
