Texas

If Texas were a country, its economy would rank the 8th largest in the world. “Chief Executive Magazine” has ranked Texas “the #1 state for business” for 20 consecutive years. Forecasters rank Texas first in the nation for five-year growth projections. The economic data tells a clear story: Texas keeps raising the bar to offer unrivaled business opportunities. Experts give our state a strong ranking in terms of business climate, GDP, job creation, population growth, and business facilities.

Texas boasts a highly capable, powerful, and influential civilian workforce of over 15 million, making a significant impact across diverse industries. In fact, there are more Texans working than the entire population of 46 states.

Texas has among the highest completion rates and 148 higher ed institutions keep the talent pipeline full and qualified.

Investment in a dynamic ground transportation network, water ports, rail and air service have made Texas the #1 exporter for 22 consecutive years.

More people are moving to Texas than any other state to tap into low costs, high value and diverse living options. There's simply no place in the world that's quite like Texas.