Fort Worth, Texas — The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts released an updated economic impact analysis finding that the state's military installations contribute nearly $148.8 billion annually to the Texas economy and support more than 628,800 jobs statewide.
Fort Worth, the Tarrant County seat with about 985,000 residents, lies about 30 miles west of Dallas and anchors the western half of the Metroplex.
The July 2 report, developed in collaboration with the Texas Military Preparedness Commission, measured direct and indirect contributions of military installations through employment, economic output, gross domestic product and disposable personal income. Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock said the analysis demonstrates the far-reaching impact the installations have on communities across the state through jobs, economic activity and continued investment.
In 2025, Texas military installations supported 212,541 direct jobs, including more than 124,886 active-duty and full-time National Guard and Reserve personnel, according to the comptroller's office. When indirect employment is included, the installations supported an estimated 628,884 jobs across Texas.
Beyond the $148.8 billion in total economic contribution, the analysis estimated that the installations generated $91.4 billion in Texas gross domestic product and $43.6 billion in disposable personal income. The report covers each of the state's 14 military installations, which represent the U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force as well as National Guard and Reserve components.
The installations encompass more than 1.4 million acres and play a role in national defense while serving as economic drivers for communities throughout the state, the comptroller's office said. The full report includes statewide findings and detailed economic impact information for each installation.
