The supply of appropriately skilled workers to fill positions throughout a company is critically important to any firm contemplating an expansion or relocation. Schertz has advantages when it comes to its workforce, with 47 percent of Schertz’s population between the ages of 25 and 54. Schertz’s 35,000 residents are also highly educated, with nearly 30% of the workforce population having earned a bachelor’s degree or higher, and two-thirds having completed some college. Nearly 40 percent of the city’s adult population works in management, professional and other related occupations. In addition, various universities and world class research centers are within 30 miles of the city. This labor pool and regional assets, coupled with San Antonio’s 800,000 area workers, offers businesses the skills, education, and long-term employees they need to compete in today’s global markets.

Depending on your industry, Schertz’s economic development department can provide you with wage and labor availability data for the region. If your company is considering expansion or relocation, the Schertz Economic Development Corporation can work with the area workforce board to help you enhance or tap into the available skilled workforce.