AUSTIN, Texas — July marked the seventh consecutive month of growth for the Texas civilian labor force that has added nearly 250,000 people this year.
Last month, 41,900 people became a part of the state's civilian labor force within the month of July, according to the Texas Workforce Commission. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Texas came in at 4.1 percent, which is 0.2 percentage points below the national rate.
“Despite a slight decrease in the total number of jobs, the Texas civilian labor force continues to break records,” said TWC Chairman Bryan Daniel. “There are still more than half a million job listings in the state, which create career opportunities for Texans.”
These industries added the following number of jobs:
- Trade, transportation and utilities added 7,300 jobs in July
- Financial activities added 2,500 jobs over the month
- Mining and logging added 1,300 jobs
- Construction added 900 jobs
“Texas is outperforming the national unemployment rate which signifies the strength of our labor market,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Alberto Treviño III. “TWC offers a wide array of resources to help job seekers take advantage of opportunities and propel their careers to the next level.”
The Midland Metropolitan Statistical Area had the lowest unemployment rate among areas of Texas.
“As career paths open in a variety of industries, the Texas Workforce Commission can help employers hire, train, and retain their future workforce,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Employers Joe Esparza. “Initiatives like the Skills Development Fund provide Texas businesses the opportunity to administer customized training that best supports their needs.”
Estimates and TWC are produced in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics.