Labor Force
Andrews County is a member of the Texas Workforce Commission’s Permian Basin Local Workforce Development Region. Therefore, we have unlimited access to various training programs and services offered by the TWC’s local workforce centers. In addition, we have access and support from WorkInTexas.com, which is Texas’ most comprehensive online job resource that helps employers find workers and job seekers find jobs. Many of our employers offer On-the-Job and Apprenticeship Training.
Labor Force
(*Many of the employed are underemployed and may be included within the available labor pool with some job specific training.)
Labor Force Distribution
| 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
Regional Labor Force
| Permian Basin,WDB Area-Tx | Lea County,New Mexico | Total Permian Basin Region | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Labor Force: | 232,331 | 28,978 | 261,309 |
| Total Employed: | 219,326 | 26,163 | 245,489 |
| Unemployed: | 13,005 | 2,815 | 15,820 |
| Rate: | 5.6% | 9.7% |
Because of Andrews’ proximity to both the Midland/Odessa MSA and Lea County in Eastern New Mexico, Andrews encompasses a significant work force region. As indicated on the following commuting patterns table, the Permian Basin region unquestionably shares its labor force (Lea County, New Mexico is considered part of the Permian Basin region).
