Asotin County Sees Retail Sales Spike in 2025

Clarkston leads the way with 9.4% increase, while Asotin City sees 12% drop

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

Asotin County retailers experienced a significant jump in sales during the third quarter of 2025, with the city of Clarkston seeing a 9.4% increase over the previous year, totaling more than $103 million. However, the city of Asotin saw a 12% loss in sales. Overall, Asotin County reported a net gain of 6.6% in retail sales.

Why it matters

The retail sales data provides insight into the economic health and consumer spending patterns in Asotin County and the surrounding region. Strong sales figures can indicate a growing local economy and increased consumer confidence, which has broader implications for employment, tax revenue, and overall community prosperity.

The details

According to the Washington Department of Revenue, Garfield County saw an even more substantial spike in sales, with a 34.7% increase over 2024. In contrast, Whitman County experienced a 6.1% drop in sales, and the city of Pullman saw a decline of nearly $14 million. Statewide, Washington reported a 3.9% increase in retail sales, largely driven by growth in furniture, electronics, appliances, and construction-related industries.

  • The retail sales data is for the third quarter of 2025.

The players

Washington Department of Revenue

The state agency responsible for collecting and reporting tax revenue data, including retail sales figures.

Clarkston

A city in Asotin County, Washington that saw a 9.4% increase in retail sales in the third quarter of 2025.

Asotin

A city in Asotin County, Washington that saw a 12% drop in retail sales in the third quarter of 2025.

Garfield County

A county in Washington that saw a 34.7% spike in retail sales in the third quarter of 2025.

Whitman County

A county in Washington that saw a 6.1% drop in retail sales in the third quarter of 2025.

Pullman

A city in Whitman County, Washington that saw a decline of nearly $14 million in retail sales in the third quarter of 2025.

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The takeaway

The retail sales data highlights the uneven economic recovery across different regions of Washington, with some areas like Clarkston and Garfield County experiencing strong growth, while others like Asotin City and Pullman struggle. These figures provide valuable insights for policymakers, business leaders, and community members as they work to support and stimulate local economies.