According to a recent study, military installations in Texas contribute an estimated $148.8 billion to the state’s economy. Texas Governor Greg Abbott made the announcement, highlighting the significant impact of these installations on the local economy.
Military Installations Support Jobs and Economy
The study found that military installations support 628,884 jobs across the state, with 212,524 being direct jobs. The governor emphasized the importance of these installations, stating that they serve as major local employers and provide tremendous value to communities across Texas.
Active-duty personnel, civilian employees, contractors, dependents, and other individuals directly affiliated with the installations were included in the study. The study analyzed the economic impact of the population and employees affiliated with Texas military installations from 2025-2026.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
