Construction Jobs are Strong in Texas

Jobs are hard to come by in many parts of the country, but Texas is leading the way in the U.S. when it comes to construction jobs. Latest employment numbers over the last year show that from October of 2010 to October of 2011 the great state of Texas added over 17,500 construction jobs. Texas residents are finding it easier to find jobs.

These new jobs outpaced California who was second in the country who added 17,000 new jobs over the past year according to the U.S. Department of Labor data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Ken Simonson, the Association’s chief economist said, “Construction employment gains are likely to remain spotty for months to come.”

The state of Texas as a whole had added many new jobs not only just in construction. When it comes to adding new construction jobs, local factors play a big part, rather than regional or industry trends. Many economists feel that a healthy jobs market is needed to bring back the housing industry to where we need it to be.

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