Diverse Workforce. Strategic Advantage
Stafford
Stafford is a key driver of Fort Bend County’s economic strength, combining accessibility, innovation, and business-friendly policies to support growth across multiple industries. As a well-connected and forward-looking community, Stafford plays a vital role in advancing the county’s reputation as a regional leader in opportunity and collaboration.
Business and Workforce
There are 2,269 businesses in Stafford, employing 41,457 workers and pulling from a labor force of 9,084 age 16 and above. 4,886 workers commute into Stafford from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
4,144 residents both live and work in/around Stafford. The average travel time is 26.2 minutes. 8.11% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 2.7% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 6,933 drive alone, 437 carpool, and 33 take public transportation. 716 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 915 residents work from home.
2,815 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 900 have associates degrees, 4,441 have bachelor’s degrees, and 2,234 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31