Dallas, Texas, January 11, 2026
In November, Texas added 7,300 nonfarm jobs, reflecting a steady employment trajectory even amidst a nationwide slowdown. With an unemployment rate of 4.2%, slightly above the national average, Texas has demonstrated resilience. Key sectors driving job gains included private education, health services, and professional services. The Dallas-Fort Worth area remains the largest labor pool in the state, significantly contributing to these positive trends. While year-over-year job growth reached 1.0%, it still trails behind historical averages, indicating a cautious but optimistic outlook for Texas’ labor market.
Texas Job Market Shows Modest Growth in November, Outperforms National Trends
Dallas, Texas – In November 2025, Texas added 7,300 nonfarm jobs, maintaining a steady employment trajectory despite a nationwide slowdown. The state’s unemployment rate stood at 4.2%, slightly above the national rate of 3.9%.
Sector Performance
The job gains were primarily driven by the following sectors:
- Private Education and Health Services: Added 5,700 jobs.
- Professional and Business Services: Gained 3,900 positions.
- Manufacturing: Increased by 2,300 jobs.
Conversely, the state experienced job losses in these areas:
- Trade, Transportation, and Utilities: Lost 2,500 positions.
- Mining and Logging: Declined by 1,800 jobs.
- Leisure and Hospitality: Decreased by 600 positions.
- Government: Also saw a reduction of 600 jobs.
Regional Insights
The Dallas-Fort Worth (D-FW) Metroplex, with a workforce of 4.6 million, remains the largest labor pool in Texas, surpassing Greater Houston by over half a million workers. The D-FW area added approximately 60,000 workers compared to November 2024.
Year-Over-Year Growth
Over the past year, Texas’ nonfarm jobs grew by 1.0%, outperforming the national rate of 0.6%. However, this growth is below the state’s historical average of around 2%.
Labor Force Expansion
The state’s labor force reached a record of approximately 16 million workers in November, an increase of over 200,000 compared to the same month in 2024.
Conclusion
While Texas’ job market showed modest growth in November, it continues to outperform the national economy, reflecting the state’s resilience and ongoing economic expansion. The positive performance in sectors like education and health services can be attributed to the state’s dynamic businesses and innovators, and the labor force growth exemplifies the increasing opportunities for employment in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was Texas’ unemployment rate in November 2025?
Texas’ unemployment rate in November 2025 was 4.2%, slightly above the national rate of 3.9%.
Which sectors experienced job gains in Texas during November 2025?
In November 2025, Texas saw job gains in the following sectors:
- Private Education and Health Services: Added 5,700 jobs.
- Professional and Business Services: Gained 3,900 positions.
- Manufacturing: Increased by 2,300 jobs.
How did the Dallas-Fort Worth area perform in terms of job growth?
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, with a workforce of 4.6 million, remains the largest labor pool in Texas, surpassing Greater Houston by over half a million workers. The D-FW area added approximately 60,000 workers compared to November 2024.
What was the year-over-year job growth rate in Texas as of November 2025?
Over the past year, Texas’ nonfarm jobs grew by 1.0%, outperforming the national rate of 0.6%. However, this growth is below the state’s historical average of around 2%.
What is the current size of Texas’ labor force?
The state’s labor force reached a record of approximately 16 million workers in November, an increase of over 200,000 compared to the same month in 2024.
Key Features of Texas Job Market in November 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Gains | 7,300 nonfarm jobs added |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2%, slightly above the national rate of 3.9% |
| Sector Performance | Gains in education and health services, professional and business services, and manufacturing; losses in trade, transportation, utilities, mining, and logging |
| Regional Insights | Dallas-Fort Worth area added approximately 60,000 workers compared to November 2024 |
| Year-Over-Year Growth | 1.0% increase in nonfarm jobs, outperforming the national rate of 0.6% |
| Labor Force Expansion | Reached a record of approximately 16 million workers, an increase of over 200,000 compared to November 2024 |
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