Texas ranked seventh overall in WalletHub’s 2025 report on the Best and Worst States for Jobs, finishing 10th in job-market strength and second in economic environment.
The personal finance website compared all 50 states across 34 indicators of job-market strength and economic health, including employment growth, nondiscrimination laws, internship availability, and average commute times.
The Lone Star State stood out for offering the highest monthly average starting salary in the nation and maintaining one of the strongest economies in the U.S., supported by sectors such as technology, logistics, healthcare, and construction.
Despite these strengths, Texas ranked 49th for average work hours, meaning Texans log longer workweeks than nearly every other state — second only to Alaska.
Overall, Texas earned a score of 59.32, trailing only Massachusetts (61.75), Connecticut (61.18), and Minnesota (60.94) among the top performers.
“Living in one of the best states for jobs can provide stable conditions for the long term, helping you ride out the fluctuations that the economy will experience in the future,” said Chip Lupo, WalletHub analyst. “The best states for jobs make it easier for residents to find and retain jobs, and employers in these states also offer very competitive compensation and benefits.”
As previously reported by The Dallas Express, Texas added more jobs than any other state over the past year, gaining 195,600 positions and setting new employment records, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Governor Greg Abbott credited the state’s growth to its pro-business policies, calling Texas “America’s jobs leader.”
WalletHub also found that employment growth remains strong across multiple industries, reinforcing Texas’ role as one of the country’s most competitive labor markets.
A recent U.S. Senate study projected that artificial intelligence could replace up to 100 million jobs over the next decade, but experts say roles requiring human connection will remain vital.
“Jobs requiring human contact will continue to grow,” said Professor Anthony R. Wheeler of Widener University. “Anything that can be automated will be outsourced to AI. We’ll likely see growth in high-end hospitality and tourism, where people pay a premium for real human interaction.”
