Diverse Workforce. Strategic Advantage
Missouri City
Missouri City combines accessibility, diversity, and innovation to create a thriving environment for business and community growth. With strong educational partnerships, modern infrastructure, and a commitment to collaboration, Missouri City continues to strengthen Fort Bend County’s position as a regional leader in opportunity and quality of life.
Business and Workforce
There are 2,527 businesses in Missouri City, employing 21,163 workers and pulling from a labor force of 36,762 age 16 and above. 19,107 workers commute into Missouri City from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
17,258 residents both live and work in/around Missouri City. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 1.77% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 4.04% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 27,189 drive alone, 3,505 carpool, and 330 take public transportation. 487 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 5,136 residents work from home.
12,662 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 4,749 have associates degrees, 16,588 have bachelor’s degrees, and 11,140 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31