Spokane's employment opportunities have expanded by 18 percent from 1987 to 1996. The largest aggregate sector employer in the county is the health care system. Nearly 20,000 professionals work in health care, making Spokane one of the finest medical centers in the west. Doctors, dentists, nurses, chiropractors, psychiatrists and other medical professionals combine to make this area the health care center for the region. All major medical specialties are practiced here.
Agriculture is Washington's largest industry.
Agriculture plays a major role in the regional economy. This allows the international marketplace to focus its attention on Spokane and Inland Northwest commodities. Spokane wineries are proud to join in making Washington the second largest wine producing state in the nation. Four Spokane wineries offer tours of their award-winning facilities and products. Arbor Crest Wine Cellars .