Labor Force
| Total Employed: | 8,430 |
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| Unemployed: | 378 |
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| Rate: | 4.3% |
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(*Many of the employed are underemployed and may be included within the available labor pool with some job specific training.)
| Industry: | Employees: |
|---|---|
| Local Government | 1,066 |
| Natural Resources & Mining | 1,854 |
| Trade, Transportation & Utilities | 1,407 |
| Construction | 925 |
| Leisure & Hospitality | 495 |
| Professional & Business Services | 421 |
| Education & Health Services | 1,054 |
| Financial Activities | 409 |
| Medical & Health Services | 449 |
| State Government | 31 |
| Federal Government | 18 |
| Public Administration | 216 |
Source: Texas Workforce Commission, 1Q 2008