Once again, Austin has been recognized nationally with positive economic news.
Austin ranks No. 1 on the list of big cities for employment potential from NewGeography.com. The Capital City posted modest job growth of just 1 percent in 2008 but that was still better than a lot of other big cities. That growth, coupled with Austin's long-term potential to continue creating new jobs, garnered it the top spot.
For the study, they looked at recent data as well as statistics dating back to 1996. This was so that things wouldn't be tainted (i.e. in order to establish a trend and look at the big picture nationwide).
Texas dominates a new list on job growth potential among the nations largest metropolitan areas. Texas major metros round out the top five spots on the big cities list, with Houston coming in 2nd, San Antonio 3rd, Fort Worth-Arlington 4th and Dallas 5th.
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Jason - Hey don't forget #3! Share some of the love with your brethren to the South!
Sounds like some very positive things are taking place in your area. Congratulations!
Psssst .. how are Pam and Jenny doing?
Jason ... It looks like the economy news and recognition for area at Austin, TX, is very good indeed. Thanks for this article.
OK. That's it. I'm moving to Austin. Can I hang my license with you? You guys seem to be on a great list for everything. Oh, I guess I should talk to hubby first... darn.
Thata good news Jason...I am sure that helps with business.
Jason, I heard your Governor tonight on FOX, very impressed. Looks like he is taking good care of you all and the State. ((sigh))
Carol - Pam is actually pretty sick at the moment. I had to go get her a second antibiotic to try, since she ended up with a fever today. I would appreciate any prayers in that direction.
Lisa - You are hired!
Missy - I had the pleasure of meeting him recently. He is a great guy!
Jason - Congratulations for Austin. Wow, Texas rocks! I will pray for Pam to have a speedy recovery.
Austin and Texas is doing pretty well with the job growth here lately. Affordable housing is a part of that I am sure Jason.
Austin is such a great city in will always trend upward on the growing scale. It is like Ivy you can keep trying to get rid of it but it always grows back.
Pam is strong as steel and let us know how she is recovering.
I dont see whats so great about it.... Kidding of course. Only been there once though. I'm planning on visiting within the next few months again. I think its great, not only for Austin residents, but for the State of Texas.
Hey Jason,
That's more good news for Austin real estate!
P.S. I'm praying for Pam.