Since September 2020, the region gained 79,700 jobs, resulting in an annual growth rate of 7.4%.
“Austin is a top performer for job growth when compared to other U.S. metros,” Tamara Atkinson, chief executive officer at Workforce Solutions Capitol Area, said in the release. “Residents here have an abundance of career opportunities available, but those with the right skills will have the advantage to secure the region’s higher-paying, in-demand jobs.”
