Employment

For Employment Assistance Program (EAP) information, please visit the Fleet and Family Support Center. The center offers resume workshops, direct referrals to Workforce Solutions of the Coastal Bend’s Military Spouse Support initiative that includes funds to support training, licensing and credentialing, as well as support accessing and using the huge WorkinTexas.com job bank; FFSC computer and internet access; resource library, as well as individual appointments. Professional pay varies with the size of the company and with the education and experience of the individual. Pay with government contractors and civil service is normally higher than the private sector.

Good Prospects 

There is a fairly large base of minimum wage jobs in the retail and restaurant business and most entry-level positions.

Fair Prospects 

Job prospects in these areas are fair: construction, manufacturing, transportation, public utilities, wholesale and retail trade, finance, insurance, real estate, services and government.

Local Economic Climate

To get an idea of the opportunities, there are 8,110 employers in Corpus Christi. The Private Sector includes 7,913 firms, which make up 97.57% of companies hiring in Corpus Christi. In other sectors, 91 Local Government employers (1.12%), 42 State Government employers (0.52%), and 64 Federal Government employers (0.79%) hire workers in the Corpus Christi vicinity.

Total number of employers as of the last quarter of 2014: 8,176. The average weekly wage in Corpus Christi, TX is $936, which translates to $48,672 annually. Private Sector wages are $679 per week or roughly $35,308 per year, on average. Local Government wages are $730 per week or $37,960 per year. State Government wages are $609 per week or $31,668 per year. Federal Government wages are $1,357 per week or $70,564 per year.

Employment Opportunities on Base

Corpus Christi Army Depot is the largest civil service employer on the installation followed by the Naval Air Station and Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) NAF.

Government contractors make up a large portion of employees throughout the base.

When applying for federal employment local HRO Offices will refer you to the appropriate websites for information except for MWR NAF positions which require a completed application submitted at their office.

For job hunting purposes, bring with you all employment records and information, resumes, SF-171, transcripts, certificates, licenses, SF-50.

MyCAA

For information on MyCAA and Military Spouse Education and Career Opportunities, visit Military OneSource.

Unemployment compensation may be available for the spouse of a newly-assigned military member or civilian employee. Contact the local employment office for specific details and to see if you are eligible for unemployment benefits.

The transition process should begin 18-24 months before separation or retirement from military service. This suggested timeline may differ for everyone. However, it must start no later than 365 days before separation and as early as 24 months before separation or retirementThe transition process should begin 18-24 months before separation or retirement from military service. This suggested timeline may differ for everyone. However, it must start no later than 365 days before separation and as early as 24 months before separation or retirement.The transition process should begin 18-24 months before separation or retirement from military service. This suggested timeline may differ for everyone. However, it must start no later than 365 days before separation and as early as 24 months before separation or retirement. The transition process should begin 18-24 months before separation or retirement from military service. This suggested timeline may differ for everyone. However, it must start no later than 365 days before separation and as early as 24 months before separation or retirement You may attend if you're up to 24 months away from your retirement date. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend.  Topics covered include resumes, job search skills, job interviewing, federal and state employment options, veteran benefits, pay and travel, movement of household goods, TRICARE, emotional transition to separation, financial planning, forms and documents, benefits and services, military obligations and more. Prior to attending Transition Goals, Plans, Success you must obtain several documents from your command career counselor or administration officer. Registration is required. Send questions to nascctap@us.navy.mil 

Employment

There are 8,110 employers in Corpus Christi. The private sector includes 7,913 firms which make up 97.57% of companies hiring in Corpus Christi. Other sectors hiring workers in the Corpus Christi vicinity include 91 local government employers (1.12%), 42 state government employers (0.52%) and 64 federal government employers (0.79%). The unemployment rate is 4.0%. The average household income in 2024 was $78,903.