Workforce & Demographics
We DO OPPORTUNITIES in Dumas!
WHY DUMAS
A workforce ready to work for you
Moore County's workforce draws from a regional labor pool of over 88,500 civilians across nine counties. Manufacturing alone employs over 4,000 Moore County residents, generating more economic activity than any other sector in the region.
Dumas EDC provides customized demographic reports, workforce availability data, wage rates, and major employer information to help companies make informed location decisions.
88,575
9-county regional
labor pool
14,501
City population
(2020 Census)
31.5
Median age
(2020 Census)
10,575
Moore County
civilian labor force
LABOR STATISTICS
Moore County & Contiguous Counties
← Scroll to see all columns
| County | Civilian Labor Force | Unemployed | Unemployment Rate | 2020 Annual Avg. | 2019 Annual Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moore | 10,575 | 301 | 2.85% | 3.8% | 2.3% |
| Carson | 3,045 | 105 | 3.45% | 4.2% | 4.18% |
| Dallam | 3,539 | 93 | 2.63% | 2.8% | 1.99% |
| Hansford | 2,465 | 73 | 2.96% | 3.5% | 3.66% |
| Hartley | 2,572 | 58 | 2.26% | 2.1% | 1.73% |
| Hutchinson | 8,120 | 440 | 5.42% | 7.2% | 4.4% |
| Oldham | 921 | 29 | 3.15% | 3.9% | 2.8% |
| Potter | 56,022 | 2,003 | 3.58% | 5.5% | 2.7% |
| Sherman | 1,316 | 39 | 2.96% | 3.1% | 3.31% |
| 9-County Total | 88,575 | 3,141 | 3.55% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
Source: Texas Workforce Commission
*National Decision Systems
Local, State & National Comparison
← Scroll to see all columns
| Region | Civilian Labor Force | Unemployed | Unemployment Rate | 2020 Annual Avg. | 2019 Annual Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panhandle WDA | 207,178 | 7,243 | 3.50% | 3.78% | 2.7% |
| Texas | 14,315,455 | 681,201 | 4.76% | 7.6% | 3.5% |
| United States | 161,863,000 | 6,896,000 | 4.26% | 8.1% | 3.70% |
Source: Texas Workforce Commission
*National Decision Systems
Panhandle WDA is the Workforce Development Area in the Panhandle.
MAJOR EMPLOYERS
Who's already here
Industrial
| Company | Sector | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| JBS & Tannery | Beef processing | 3,232 |
| Valero McKee Refinery | Chemicals / refinery | 468 |
| Faria Dairy | Dairy | 450 |
| Continental Carbon | Carbon black | 80 |
| Pioneer Natural Resources | Gas | 73 |
| Dynamic Industries | Welding / maintenance | 65 |
| Cactus Feedyard Inc. | Cattle feeding | 58 |
| Mission Petroleum | Crude oil | 40 |
| Energy Transfer | Gas & oil | 40 |
Service
| Company | Sector | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| Dumas ISD | Education | 685 |
| Ag Producers CO-OP | Farming co-op | 340 |
| Moore County Hospital District | Medical services | 312 |
| Walmart Supercenter | Retail | 273 |
| Moore County | Municipal services | 152 |
| City of Dumas | Municipal services | 137 |
| United Supermarket | Grocer | 105 |
| Sunray ISD | Education | 99 |
| Great Plains Nursing & Rehab | Medical services | 96 |
WORKFORCE RESOURCES
We help you build your team
From training grants to boots-on-the-ground hiring support, Dumas EDC puts real resources behind companies that need to recruit and develop a workforce here.
Career & Technical Training Center
A dedicated training facility at the Dumas Business Park, built on 11 acres donated by Dumas EDC, with customized programs available for local employers.
Workforce Training Grants
State of Texas Skills Development Grant funding is available to offset the cost of customized training programs for new and expanding businesses.
Recruitment Support
Dumas EDC coordinates with a coalition of placement agencies for recruiting, screening, and interviewing — so you're not starting from scratch.
AMARILLO COLLEGE PARTNERSHIP
Higher education, right here in Dumas
Amarillo College has maintained a permanent campus in Dumas since 2000, giving residents access to two-year degree programs and continuing education without leaving Moore County. The AC-Moore County Campus also offers a Customized Training Department that works directly with local employers to develop programs specific to their industry needs.
The QUEST program guarantees tuition, fees, and books at Amarillo College for Dumas High School graduates who maintain good grades, behavior, and attendance from 5th grade onward — creating a built-in pipeline of locally-educated workers.
AC-Moore County Campus
Two-year degrees, customized employer training, and continuing education. In Dumas since 2000.
QUEST Program
Guaranteed tuition, fees, and books at Amarillo College for qualifying Dumas High School graduates.
There's more to Dumas than the numbers
Dig into what makes Dumas a great place to live, work, and put down roots.