Texas has been recognized as the leading state in the nation for job growth over the past year, according to new data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The July employment report shows that Texas added 232,500 nonfarm jobs between July 2024 and July 2025, surpassing all other states and exceeding the national annual growth rate.
Governor Greg Abbott responded to the BLS findings by highlighting recent legislative actions aimed at supporting business and workforce development in Texas. “Texas continues to be No. 1 as America’s jobs creator, proving that pro-business policies are pro-job policies,” said Governor Abbott. “To ensure Texas continues to move at the speed of business, I signed laws this year to slash red tape, invest in infrastructure, and expand career training programs. When Texas businesses are free to succeed, jobs grow and Texans thrive.”
In addition to leading in job creation, Governor Abbott announced on Friday that Texas set new records for both total nonfarm jobs and the number of Texans employed.
