Laredo MSA Sees Positive Employment Growth in April 2025

Melva Castillo May 16, 2025

LAREDO, TX — May 16, 2025 — The Laredo Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) continues to show signs of economic resilience and labor force expansion, according to the latest data released for April 2025 by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), on Friday, May 16, 2025.

According to the data taken from the Labor Market Information division, the civilian labor force in the Laredo MSA increased to 122,145, a growth of 4,299 individuals compared to April 2024. Employment reached 116,693, up by 3,308 jobs over the year. The area’s unemployment rate, while rising slightly to 4.5% compared to 3.8% in April 2024, remains close to statewide and national averages.

Texas overall reported an unemployment rate of 3.7%, and the United States registered a national rate of 3.9%.

“These figures reflect a growing confidence in the local economy and increased participation in the labor market,” said Rogelio Treviño, Executive Director of Workforce Solutions for South Texas. “We remain committed to connecting our regional workforce with employment opportunities that lead to family-sustaining wages and long-term career success.”

In addition to labor force growth, key industry sectors such as Trade, Transportation, and Utilities and Government continue to lead in total wages paid, representing $419.69 million and $392.07 million respectively in the fourth quarter of 2024.

Workforce Solutions for South Texas remains dedicated to supporting both job seekers and employers through a range of services, including career navigation, business outreach, training initiatives, and youth employment programs.

The unemployment rate in the tri-county area of South Texas (Jim Hogg, Webb and Zapata counties) was 4.6% during April, showing a 0.2% decreased.

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