The West Texas Job Market Is on Fire, Here’s What’s Hot

Texas Leads the Nation in Job Creation

Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently addressed the nation, proudly announcing that the Lone Star State has officially been recognized as the #1 state in America for job creation. According to the latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report, Texas added more jobs than any other state from March 2024 to March 2025.

What About West Texas and Abilene?

That made me wonder what are the most in-demand jobs right here in Abilene, the Big Country, and across West Texas? Are they good-paying positions with room to grow, or just temporary gigs?

To find out, I turned to Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas, headquartered right here in Abilene. Their latest data outlines the jobs most in need of hard-working Texans like you and me.

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Breaking Job Records in Texas

Governor Abbott shared that Texas has hit an all-time high in employment:

• 15,778,500 people make up the state’s workforce.
• 15,137,500 Texans are currently working, including the self-employed.
• 14,282,600 non-farm jobs are active, with 26,500 added just last month.

That’s not just growth, it’s a job boom, and it’s happening right now in our backyard.

Who’s Hiring in West Texas?

If you're job hunting in Abilene or anywhere around the Big Country, now’s your time. From healthcare and education to agriculture and public safety, nearly every field is looking to hire. And the best part? Many of these jobs offer training, support, and long-term career paths, even for those with little to no prior experience.

Final Thoughts from the Governor

Governor Abbott wrapped up by saying, “Every month, Texas welcomes businesses from across the country and around the world to innovate and invest in our great state.” He added that with increased technical training and job programs, more Texans will land better jobs with bigger paychecks.

And all I can say to that is, Bring it on.