Regional Labor Market Information

August 2026 Heart of Texas Economic Snapshot

Latest data reported from Texas Workforce Commission’s TexasLMI.com as of Sept. 18, 2026.

Unemployment statistics show you the size of the labor force, the number employed, the number unemployed and the percentage of unemployed compared to the size of the labor force.

Download a PDF of the Local Area Unemployment Statistics for the Heart of Texas Region here.

Latest data reported from Texas Workforce Commission’s TexasLMI.com as of Sept. 18, 2026.

Source: TexasLMI.com, Waco Local Area Unemployment Statistics

August 2026 Economic Profile for the Heart of Texas Workforce Development Area

Latest data reported from Texas Workforce Commission’s TexasLMI.com as of Sept. 18, 2026.

We know the ins and outs of the local labor market — from current market conditions that may affect your ability to hire the best talent, to policies, programs and government regulations that affect your business — and can apply this expertise to helping you address specific workforce challenges. Economic and employment data can help uncover key insights to drive your business and inform your recruiting strategy. We can provide this information at no cost to you and work with you one-on-one to determine how to use data to identify and capitalize on opportunities for your business. A variety of labor market information is available through this site.

Current Employment Statistics – LOCAL area employment statistics.

Targeted Industries – Targeted industries are industries that are critical to the Heart of Texas region’s economic future. They employ large numbers of workers, are typically fast-growing, and pay above average wages.

Targeted Occupations – Targeted occupations are occupations that support local, growing industries.

Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) Profiles – Economic data including industry composition, current employment statistics by industry, and unemployment information for Texas’ metropolitan areas.