According to preliminary Bureau of Labor Statistics data, the Houston metropolitan area lost 5,200 jobs through the first seven months of 2026, as gains in a handful of industries were offset by significant losses elsewhere.
Houston's job market splits along industry lines
Government and logistics cuts offset growth elsewhere
CoStar Analytics
September 2, 2026 | 3:59 P.M.
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