A comprehensive labor force analysis of the El Paso region, Labor Market Assessment for the Greater El Paso Region, was conducted in 2005 by WDG Consulting. 

 

Based on the region's demographic profile and a 2004 workforce survey of working-age residents, the region has a potential hidden labor supply of approximately 94,990 residents. This hidden labor supply consists of 67,470 underemployed residents, 18,320 residents not currently employed but interested in work, and 9,200 recent college graduates.

Residents that consider themselves underemployed are generally well educated. Nearly 98% have at least a high school diploma, while 69% have a high school diploma and some post-secondary training. Bachelors degrees were achieved by 29%, and of these, 9% have completed post-graduate studies and/or graduate/professional degrees.

The region's military bases also provide a labor supply resource. There is an average of 1,933 military personnel exiting Fort Bliss each year, and typically, between 10% and 15% remain in the area after leaving the military. The skill sets of the exiting military include electronic and maintenance technicians, logistics support, and medical personnel.

 

 

Source: Greater El Paso Region Labor Market Assessment: May 2005. WDG Consulting.