2008 Texas Job Outlook

While the rest of the country faces and uphill battle and falling home values, Texas appears to be well positioned for hard times.  The state has seen job growth in manufacturing, including a relatively new Toyota plan outside San Antonio, and the services sector continues to be robust.

Texas' job outlook is good in part because employers find Texas an attractive place to locate their business.  Why?  People want to live here because of the relatively low cost of living and sunny weather.  Compared to the coasts, Texas offers a good standard of living for families.

But don't expect everything to be smooth sailing this year.  Some of Texas' biggest companies, including Dell and Whole Foods, have hit stumbling blocks that may result in slower job growth (or even declines).  Regardless, the state is well positioned compared to other areas.

There will also be new jobs created in the aftermath of hurricane Katrina.  A number of companies moved their operations from New Orleans and Mississippi to Houston. 

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