Record-breaking job growth positions Texas as the top state for employment opportunities

Texas – Texas continues to solidify its position as America’s leader in job creation, with record-breaking employment figures reported for December 2024. Governor Greg Abbott announced the state has achieved new highs in total jobs, workforce participation, and the number of Texans employed. Since taking office, Governor Abbott’s administration has overseen the addition of more than 2.5 million jobs across Texas.
Texas Leads the Nation in Job Growth
Governor Abbott expressed pride in the state’s economic achievements, highlighting the success of Texas in fostering a pro-business environment. “Everything is bigger in Texas, and that includes creating good-paying jobs,” Governor Abbott stated. “As we break record after record for total jobs, the number of Texans working, and our labor force, we begin the new year as America’s job creator. Jobs are growing here, businesses are growing here, the future is growing here.”
Abbott emphasized that Texas remains committed to partnering with businesses to help them expand, offering workforce training for in-demand industries and cutting regulations that may hinder growth. These efforts continue to strengthen the Texas economy and attract new opportunities to the state.
Employment Data Highlights
According to the Texas Workforce Commission‘s year-end employment data for December 2024, the state reached several major milestones:
- The Texas labor force reached an all-time high of 15,575,900, the largest in state history.
- The number of working Texans, including the self-employed, hit a new peak of 14,922,200.
- The total number of nonfarm jobs climbed to a record 14,318,700, reflecting strong job growth across various sectors.
- Over the past year, Texas added 284,200 nonfarm jobs, outpacing national job growth rates.
- Since Governor Abbott took office in 2015, Texas has added more than 2.5 million new jobs, underscoring the state’s long-term commitment to economic expansion.
Commitment to Economic Excellence
Governor Abbott recently participated in celebrations surrounding President Donald Trump’s inauguration in Washington, D.C. During the Texas Business Conference, he highlighted the state’s robust economic position and leadership in innovation and job creation. Texas continues to attract businesses from across the country, offering a low-tax environment and a skilled workforce.
As Texas enters the new year, state leaders remain focused on fostering job growth and supporting businesses to ensure continued economic success.