News Summary

Texas has experienced remarkable labor market growth, attracting job seekers from all over the country and beyond. Major metropolitan areas like Dallas and Austin rank high in talent attraction, while record job growth continues to boost the economy. With a stable unemployment rate and significant increases in various sectors, Texas is positioning itself as a premier destination for job seekers, showcasing a vibrant economy fueled by a robust workforce.

Texas Labor Market Soars to New Heights

Welcome to the Lone Star State, where the buzz of growth is more than just a friendly Texas BBQ—it’s a sizzling labor market heading for record highs! With a spunky, younger population and a wealth of individuals in those *childbearing age ranges,* Texas is primed for a well-qualified workforce. This is essential as the state marches proudly towards economic expansion.

Here Comes the Workforce!

It seems like Texas is not only attracting job seekers from across the country, but it’s also pulling in talent from around the globe. A recent report from Lightcast has put the spotlight on how Texas is thriving, ranking three of its major metropolitan areas among the top ten in the *Talent Attraction Scorecard.* To name a few stars of the show, we have the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area proudly sitting at number one, closely followed by Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos at number two, and the bustling Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands taking the sixth spot. That’s some serious bragging rights!

Healthy Comparisons

While Texas shines brightly, it’s worth noting that Florida slightly edged out Texas on a statewide basis. And it certainly seems like Greater Los Angeles has run into some trouble, dragging its feet at a not-so-glamorous number 196 on the list. Major metropolitan areas, such as New York, Chicago, and San Francisco, also find themselves trailing behind as Texas continues to pull ahead with its remarkable job growth across various industries.

Record-Setting Job Growth

Job growth in Texas has been nothing short of explosive. As of May, the state broke records with a jaw-dropping total *nonfarm job count* hitting 14,340,800. That’s an additional 28,100 jobs added in just one month! The Texas civilian labor force shares the spotlight too, as it swelled by *24,900 people* during the same period. This marks a significant milestone of growth for 59 out of the last 61 months! Now, that’s what we call momentum!

Yearly Highlights

Looking back over the past year, Texas rolled out the red carpet for an increase of *270,900 people* in the labor force, while *213,300 new nonfarm jobs* emerged. With an annual growth rate of *1.5%*, Texas is proudly outperforming the national growth rate by *0.4%*. Talk about having the wind at your back!

The Unemployment Scene

As the job market continues to grow, the unemployment rate in Texas has stabilized at *4%*, perfectly matching the national average. If you want to find some low unemployment rates, head over to Midland, where it sits pretty at *3%*, or try Amarillo and San Angelo, which follow closely behind at *3.1%*. Unfortunately, not all areas in Texas are basking in this sunshine. Eagle Pass bucks the trend at a concerning *9.9%*, along with Brownsville-Harlingen and McAllen-Edinburgh-Missions at *7%* and *6%*, respectively.

Building a Bright Future

The positive employment data highlights Texas’ dedication to job creation and capital investment. This has been a consistent trend for twelve consecutive years! With the Trade, Transportation, and Utilities sector leading the charge in job increases, it welcomed an impressive *8,400 jobs* in May, followed closely by Leisure and Hospitality with *8,200 jobs* and the Private Education and Health Services sector, which added *4,300 jobs*.

Construction Industry on the Rise

Don’t forget about the construction industry! It has experienced a robust *3.4% growth this year*, significantly outpacing national growth by *1.9 percentage points*. The future is looking bright for Texas as it continues to embrace opportunities and expand its horizons.

In closing, Texas is not just a place you visit, it’s a booming hub of activity where job seekers find opportunities that make staying in the Lone Star State an appealing option—especially with no state income tax! So, if you’re considering a move or career change, Texas is where you might want to hang your hat!

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