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Texas leads the nation in job growth, adding over 165K jobs in 12 months
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Shelby Radford , KCBD News
· August 21, 2026
· 1 min read
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Governor Greg Abbott announced Friday that Texas led the nation in job creation over the past year, adding 165,600 nonfarm jobs between July 2025 and July 2026. According to data from the Texas Workforce Commission and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Texas grew its wo...
Key takeaway Bureau of Labor Statistics, Texas grew its workforce by 1.
Why this matters in The Lubbock
For Lubbock, Texas' leading position in job growth has significant implications. As the city is served by the Lubbock Independent School District, a growing workforce could mean increased demand for skilled workers in industries like professional and business services, which is one of the fastest growing sectors. This could lead to more job opportunities for residents and potentially attract new businesses to the area. Additionally, the growth in construction jobs could lead to new development projects in Lubbock, further enhancing the city's infrastructure and economy. With the city being part of the greater Lubbock metro, it is likely to benefit from the overall economic growth of the region, making it an attractive place for people to live and work. The presence of a strong and dynamic economy in the state could also lead to increased investment in the city's flood mitigation efforts, which is crucial given Lubbock's shared Gulf hurricane and flooding risks.
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Published: August 21, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
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What is this story about? LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Governor Greg Abbott announced Friday that Texas led the nation in job creation over the past year, adding 165,600 nonfarm jobs between July 2025 and July 2026. According to data from the Texas Workforce Commission and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Texas grew its wo...
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