The best employer in the world is based in Washington.

That’s according to a new ranking by the media company Forbes, released Oct. 8.

A total of 900 companies made the ranking, and they represent a wide variety of industries, from technology to travel and more.

To be considered, companies had to have more than 1,000 employees and operate globally, according to Forbes, which is known for its lists and rankings.

So, which company from the Evergreen State topped the list? And did other Washington companies also make the ranking? What Washington companies are on Forbes’ best employers list?

Microsoft, headquartered in Redmond, ranked No. 1 on Forbes’ list. The software and technology company was founded in 1975 and has about 228,000 employees, per Forbes.

The Issaquah-based Costco Whole

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