Community Profile
The following community information is intended to assist you in determining if Odessa is the best place for your expansion or relocation plans. Once you find information in this profile you can add it to your custom report or download it into an individual spreadsheet. Please do not hesitate to contact the Odessa EDC if you are unable to find exactly what you are looking for in this community profile.
Major Employers
Below is a list of major employers in and around Odessa. For additional information about the employers in Odessa please contact us directly at 877.363.3772 or by email at info@odessaecodev.com.
Private Employers
| Top 20 Private Employers | ||
| Private Industry Employers | Product\Service | No. of Employees |
| Saulsbury Companies | Electric & Construction | 1350 |
| Halliburton Services | Oil & Gas | 997 |
| Odessa Regional Medical Center | Medical | 900 |
| Walmart | Retail | 895 |
| Nurses Unlimited, Inc. | Medical | 584 |
| Weatherford CPS | Oil & Gas | 510 |
| Investment Corporation of America | Financial | 467 |
| Bobby Cox Companies, Inc. | Retail/ Restaurants | 389 |
| Holloman Construction | Oil Field Construction | 350 |
| Family Dollar | Distribution | 330 |
| Albertson's | Retail Grocery | 301 |
| HEB | Retail Grocery | 300 |
| Sewell Ford Motor Company | Automotive | 258 |
| Southwest Convenience Stores | Service | 236 |
| Lithia Motors | Automotive | 235 |
| NOV Tuboscope | Service | 222 |
| Flint Energy Construction Co. | Construction | 210 |
| Lowe's Market Place | Retail Grocery | 189 |
| Jones Bros. Dirt & Paving | Construction | 177 |
| Sam's Wholesale | Retail | 165 |
Public Employers
| Major Public Employers | ||
| Govt. \ Educational | Product \ Service | No. of Employees |
| Ector County I.S.D. | Public Education | 3,317 |
| Medical Center Hospital | County Hospital | 1,598 |
| City of Odessa | City Government | 833 |
| Ector County | Government | 659 |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | Education/ Medical | 453 |
| The University of Texas Permian Basin | Education | 345 |
| Odessa College | Education | 343 |
Clean Air
Odessa, Texas — Clean Air Attainment City
Odessa, Texas is the right place for quality, clean air especially with companies that are increasingly aware of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) programs to improve air quality in non-attainment cities. The EPA has ambient air quality standards for six major air pollutants and Odessa achieves attainment in all six areas.
Basically, the West Texas area enjoys their clean air attainment status for a number of reasons, and companies looking to expand or relocate will also enjoy the benefit of that status. As an oil and gas producing city, we are extremely proud of our attainment status and we are eager to welcome new business to our area.
The EPA's 1990 Clean Air Act provides economic incentives to businesses through credits for cleaning up pollution. Not only do we have clean air and limitless opportunities, but we are geographically positioned for growth with an industrial park adjacent to Interstate 20 and an international airport only minutes away.
If you’re thinking about relocating or expanding, take a long look at Odessa.
Taxes
Odessa, Texas offers some of the lowest property tax rates in the country. Ad valorem (according to the value) property taxes are paid to the city, county, local school district, hospital district and junior college district. Following is the tax rate set by each taxing entity.
Property Taxes
| Tax Rate | |
| City of Odessa | $0.52275/100 percent |
| Ector County | $0.35637/100 percent |
| Farm to Market | $0.00000/100 percent |
| Independent School District | $1.13200/100 percent |
| Junior College | $0.19478/100 percent |
| Hospital District | $0.05208/100 percent |
| Utility District (west Odessa outside city limits using city water) | $0.09819/100 percent |
| Totaling (excluding Utility District) | $2.3561/100 percent |
Sales Taxes
| Retail Sales Tax Rate | |
| City of Odessa | 1.00% |
| City-Economic Development | 0.25% |
| Hospital District/County | 0.75% |
| State of Texas | 6.25% |
| Total | 8.25% |
Wage Summary
| Manufacturing - Production - Repair | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | Average |
| Assembler A-Mechanical | $ 11.67 | $ 9.53 | $ 10.59 |
| Assembler B-Mechanical | $ 9.63 | $ 7.75 | $ 8.69 |
| Assistant Control Operator | $ 17.27 | $ 17.27 | $ 17.27 |
| Blade Man | $ 15.00 | $ 10.00 | $ 12.50 |
| Coaters | $ 17.00 | $ 8.50 | $ 12.75 |
| Control Operator | $ 18.19 | $ 18.19 | $ 18.19 |
| Cost Esitmator | $ 21.94 | $ 18.96 | $ 20.45 |
| Dispatcher | $ 17.89 | $ 15.80 | $ 16.84 |
| District Manager | $ 34.33 | $ 22.59 | $ 28.46 |
| Draftsman\CAD Operator | $ 17.00 | $ 17.00 | $ 17.00 |
| Drill Press | $ 10.14 | $ 8.68 | $ 9.41 |
| Equipment Operator | $ 12.91 | $ 12.41 | $ 12.66 |
| Executive Directors | $ 37.13 | $ 31.64 | $ 34.39 |
| Fishing Tool Supervisor | $ 24.23 | $ 13.45 | $ 18.84 |
| Grinder-Polisher | $ 9.88 | $ 7.38 | $ 8.63 |
| Heat Treat | $ 14.12 | $ 10.59 | $ 12.36 |
| Inspector Grade One\ Quality Control (A) | $ 17.49 | $ 17.05 | $ 17.27 |
| Inspector Grade Three\ Quality Control (C) | |||
| Inspector Grade Two\ Quality Control (B) | $ 20.81 | $ 17.98 | $ 19.40 |
| Instrument Fitter (A) | $ 13.50 | $ 8.50 | $ 11.00 |
| Instrument Fitter (B) | |||
| Layout Man | $ 13.50 | $ 9.00 | $ 11.25 |
| Machine Operator | $ 14.02 | $ 11.56 | $ 12.79 |
| Machine Operator General | $ 10.30 | $ 9.31 | $ 9.81 |
| Machinist, First Class (A) | $ 15.74 | $ 13.67 | $ 14.71 |
| Machinist, Journeyman | $ 16.40 | $ 14.15 | $ 15.28 |
| Machinist, Leadman | $ 16.00 | $ 16.00 | $ 16.00 |
| Machinist, Production | $ 12.72 | $ 10.23 | $ 11.48 |
| Machinist, Second Class (B) | $ 13.56 | $ 13.06 | $ 13.31 |
| Machinist, Third Class (C) | $ 11.29 | $ 10.46 | $ 10.88 |
| Machinist, Trainee | $ 8.70 | $ 7.41 | $ 8.06 |
| Mechanic, First Class (A) | $ 16.00 | $ 13.70 | $ 14.85 |
| Mechanic, Journeyman | $ 15.04 | $ 15.04 | $ 15.04 |
| Mechanic, Leadman | $ 19.71 | $ 16.42 | $ 15.71 |
| Mechanic, Second Class (B) | $ 14.03 | $ 11.71 | $ 12.87 |
| Mechanic, Third Class (C) | $ 10.55 | $ 9.30 | $ 9.93 |
| Mechanic, Trainee | $ 10.62 | $ 9.97 | $ 10.30 |
| Metal Building Erector | $ 15.00 | $ 8.00 | $ 11.50 |
| Owners | $ 62.51 | $ 62.51 | $ 62.51 |
| Painter | $ 11.99 | $ 10.30 | $ 11.15 |
| Pipe Technician | $ 13.55 | $ 8.00 | $ 10.78 |
| Plant Operator | $ 18.00 | $ 12.50 | $ 15.25 |
| Plating Equipment Operator | |||
| Production Manager | $ 37.98 | $ 37.98 | $ 37.98 |
| Punch Press | $ 9.50 | $ 8.50 | $ 9.00 |
| Purchasing Manager | $ 17.50 | $ 17.50 | $ 17.50 |
| Regulatory Compliance Officer | $ 21.92 | $ 16.15 | $ 19.04 |
| Sales Manager | $ 27.98 | $ 27.98 | $ 37.98 |
| Sales Representatives | $ 27.14 | $ 18.24 | $ 22.69 |
| Sandblasters | $ 8.50 | $ 8.50 | $ 8.50 |
| Saw Hand | $ 8.80 | $ 8.80 | $ 8.80 |
| Scheduling Manager | $ 28.85 | $ 28.85 | $ 28.85 |
| Shear operator | $ 13.00 | $ 8.50 | $ 10.75 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | $ 18.57 | $ 20.82 | $ 19.70 |
| Shift Manager | $ 31.73 | $ 31.73 | $ 31.73 |
| Shipping and Receiving | $ 8.50 | $ 7.07 | $ 7.79 |
| Shop Technician | $ 11.00 | $ 8.00 | $ 9.50 |
| Supervisor \ Foreman | $ 25.07 | $ 20.79 | $ 22.93 |
| Truck Driver | $ 11.47 | $ 9.82 | $ 10.65 |
| Welder A | $ 16.99 | $ 14.47 | $ 15.73 |
| Welder B | $ 13.36 | $ 11.25 | $ 12.31 |
| Welder Helper | $ 8.73 | $ 8.99 | $ 8.86 |
Construction
| Construction, Mechanical Skills & Trade | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Auto Mechanic | $ 20.96 | $ 18.72 | |
| Bidder | $ 25.97 | $ 25.97 | |
| Carpenter I \ Journeyman (A) | $ 18.18 | $ 17.57 | |
| Carpenter I/ Journeyman (B) | $ 22.26 | $ 18.68 | |
| Department Manager | $ 46.73 | $ 37.60 | |
| Electrician I (A) | $ 26.16 | $ 18.78 | |
| Electrician II (B) | $ 16.00 | $ 12.00 | |
| Laborer, General Construction | $ 15.67 | $ 10.33 | |
| Occupational Health & Safety-Plant Operator | $ 18.57 | $ 11.75 | |
| Occupational Health & Safety-PO-Haz Mat | $ 18.57 | $ 11.75 | |
| Painter | $ 15.37 | $ 11.96 | |
| Plumber I (A) | $ 23.70 | $ 15.00 | |
| Refrigerator Mechanic | $ 19.82 | $ 15.47 | |
| Truck Driver, Heavy or Tractor Trailer | $ 16.50 | $ 10.00 | |
Oil & Gas
| Oil & Gas - Petrochemicals | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Derrick Worker | $ 20.00 | $ 18.50 | |
| Driller | $ 24.75 | $ 22.75 | |
| Floor Worker | $ 18.75 | $ 17.25 | |
| Inventory Control Technician | $ 24.61 | $ 23.54 | |
| Load Builder | $ 40.97 | $ 28.38 | |
| Plant Operator (A) | $ 23.66 | $ 19.40 | |
| Plant Operator (B) | $ 24.66 | $ 21.56 | |
| Plant Operator (C) | $ 22.34 | $ 21.02 | |
| Plant Operator Trainee | $ 19.00 | $ 19.00 | |
| Production Scheduler | $ 33.66 | $ 33.66 | |
| Pumper | $ 22.25 | $ 22.25 | |
| Safety Coordinator | $ 36.36 | $ 36.36 | |
| Stock Buyer | $ 28.86 | $ 28.86 | |
| Supervisor | $ 53.61 | $ 51.30 | |
| Training Coordinator | $ 28.38 | $ 28.38 | |
| Truck Driver, Heavy or Tractor Trailer | $ 22.25 | $ 17.75 | |
Distribution & Warehouse
| Material Distribution & Warehouse | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Driver, Heavy Duty | $ 19.79 | $ 16.21 | |
| Driver, Light | $ 16.25 | $ 15.25 | |
| Driver, Local-Combination | $ 19.45 | $ 13.65 | |
| Driver, Tractor Trailer | $ 20.00 | $ 20.00 | |
| Fork Lift Operator | $ 14.91 | $ 10.09 | |
| General Manager | $ 147.38 | $ 147.38 | |
| Material Handler | $ 18.01 | $ 11.48 | |
| Shipping, Receiving & Traffic Clerk | $ 16.09 | $ 13.70 | |
| Stock Clerk or Order Fillers | $ 16.57 | $ 11.75 | |
| Warehouse Manager | $ 28.45 | $ 20.32 | |
| Warehouse Worker | $ 17.37 | $ 11.15 | |
Manufacturing & Maintenance
| Manufacturing-Production-Repair | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Assembler A-Mechanical | $ 16.40 | $ 12.00 | |
| Assembler B-Mechanical | $ 11.00 | $ 9.50 | |
| Assistant Process Control Operator | $ 23.27 | $ 23.27 | |
| Bulk Loader | $ 18.97 | $ 18.97 | |
| Cost Estimator | $ 16.31 | $ 12.96 | |
| Drill Press | $ 16.18 | $ 15.75 | |
| Electronics Technician Supervisor | $ 50.03 | $ 50.03 | |
| Electronics Technician | $ 18.02 | $ 13.50 | |
| Equipment Operator | $ 21.12 | $ 17.91 | |
|
Executive Officers/ President |
$ 51.53 | $ 28.11 | |
| Field Engineer | $ 28.86 | $ 28.14 | |
| General Manager/ Supervisor | $ 36.00 | $ 36.00 | |
| Grinder-Polisher | $ 17.25 | $ 14.25 | |
| Inspector Grade One/ Quality Control (A) | $ 20.09 | $ 16.33 | |
| Inspector Grade Two/ Quality Control (B) | $ 13.00 | $ 13.00 | |
| Inspector Grad Three/ Quality Control (C) | $ 12.00 | $ 12.00 | |
| Instrument Fitter (A) | $ 28.00 | $ 23.00 | |
| Instrument Fitter (B) | $ 21.50 | $ 15.00 | |
| Layout Man | $ 25.00 | $ 13.00 | |
| Machine Operator (Numerically) | $ 23.00 | $ 13.50 | |
|
Machine Operator General |
$ 19.25 | $ 12.00 | |
| Machinist, First Class (A) | $ 26.26 | $ 20.47 | |
| Machinist, Production | $ 20.40 | $ 14.25 | |
| Machinist, Second Class (B) | $ 17.00 | $ 16.00 | |
| Maintenance Journeyman | $ 23.68 | $ 22.38 | |
| Mechanic | $ 19.15 | $ 12.00 | |
| Mechanic, Leadman | $ 25.25 | $ 24.99 | |
| Mechanic, First Class (A) | $ 24.73 | $ 15.50 | |
| Mechanic, Second Class (B) | $ 27.73 | $ 17.72 | |
| Mechanic, Third Class (C) | $ 14.44 | $ 12.61 | |
| Mechanic, Trainee | $ 10.50 | $ 9.00 | |
| Occupational Health & Safety Specialista | $ 30.65 | $ 27.64 | |
| Packhouse Labor | $ 17.34 | $ 17.34 | |
| Painter | $ 20.08 | $ 15.67 | |
| PIP/ PIQ Coordinator | $ 18.28 | $ 18.28 | |
| Parts Warehouse Manager | $ 35.77 | $ 27.17 | |
| Plant Manager | $ 62.50 | $ 52.89 | |
| Plating Equipment Operator | $ 35.36 | $ 10.00 | |
| President | $ 100.02 | $ 96.00 | |
| Process Control Operators | $ 25.38 | $ 25.38 | |
| Quality Control | $ 12.70 | $ 12.70 | |
| Quarry Equipment Operator | $ 21.34 | $ 18.97 | |
| Quarry Utility | $ 22.38 | $ 22.38 | |
| Rental Coordinator | $ 27.77 | $ 20.68 | |
| Rental Service Leadman | $ 23.79 | $ 23.79 | |
| Sales Representatives | $ 36.88 | $ 27.32 | |
| Sandblaster | $ 14.30 | $ 14.30 | |
| Service Advisor | $ 17.50 | $ 17.50 | |
| Shift Utility | $ 18.02 | $ 18.02 | |
| Shipping and Receiving | $ 16.54 | $ 11.55 | |
| Shop Foreman | $ 22.50 | $ 22.50 | |
| Shop Hand/ Plant Labor | $ 13.01 | $ 11.00 | |
| Steam Rack Attendant | $ 14.42 | $ 13.00 | |
| Supervisor/ Foreman/ Manager | $ 35.50 | $ 27.86 | |
| Technical Communicator | $ 37.13 | $ 32.49 | |
| Truck Driver, Heavy & Tractor-Trailer | $ 14.69 | $ 12.47 | |
| Truck Driver, Light or Delivery | $ 11.86 | $ 11.50 | |
| Warranty Administration | $ 24.00 | $ 24.00 | |
| Welder A | $ 30.50 | $ 20.00 | |
| Welder B | $ 19.73 | $ 15.38 | |
| Welder Helper | $ 13.00 | $ 11.00 | |
| Yard Specialist | $ 11.50 | $ 11.50 | |
| Buildings & Ground Maintenance | |||
| First Line Supervisor/ Landscaping | $ 15.40 | $ 11.60 | |
| Janitor - Custodian | $ 11.04 | $ 8.52 | |
| Laborer | $ 11.00 | $ 10.00 | |
| Maintenance Worker | $ 16.86 | $ 10.94 | |
Medical Personnel
| Medical Personnel | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Certified Operating Room Technician | $ 26.91 | $ 20.26 | |
| Certified Respiratory Technician | $ 25.07 | $ 15.77 | |
| Charge Nurse | $ 33.77 | $ 24.02 | |
| Cook | $ 12.49 | $ 8.71 | |
| Dental Assistant | $ 14.80 | $ 10.08 | |
| Dental Hygienist | $ 40.49 | $ 31.65 | |
| Dietary Aide | $ 13.40 | $ 8.71 | |
| Director of Employee Health Services | $ 47.93 | $ 47.93 | |
| Director of Nursing | $ 66.51 | $ 48.89 | |
| EEG\EK Technician | $ 23.21 | $ 19.13 | |
| Floor Techs | $ 12.42 | $ 8.50 | |
| Food Service Supervisor | $ 22.18 | $ 15.51 | |
| Histology Technician | $ 24.89 | $ 15.75 | |
| House Supervisor | $ 37.66 | $ 30.49 | |
| Housekeeper | $ 12.06 | $ 8.00 | |
| Insurance Verifier | $ 14.41 | $ 11.82 | |
| LVN | $ 20.10 | $ 14.91 | |
| Marketing | $ 37.15 | $ 26.45 | |
| Medical Lab, Technician (ASC) | $ 24.57 | $ 18.64 | |
| Medical Records Clerk | $ 14.35 | $ 10.08 | |
| Medical Technician (ASCP) | $ 28.45 | $ 18.79 | |
| Monitor Technician | $ 14.84 | $ 9.39 | |
| Nurses Aide | $ 13.24 | $ 10.81 | |
| Nursing Instructor | $ 39.94 | $ 39.94 | |
| Occupational Therapist | $ 37.54 | $ 25.67 | |
| Operating Room Technician | $ 17.37 | $ 14.20 | |
| Paramedic | $ 22.58 | $ 14.29 | |
| Patient Account Representative | $ 18.70 | $ 15.20 | |
| PBX Operator | $ 13.23 | $ 9.99 | |
| Pharmacy Technician | $ 17.68 | $ 11.19 | |
| Phlebotomist | $ 14.87 | $ 10.08 | |
| Physical Therapist | $ 40.56 | $ 25.67 | |
| Physician Therapist Assistant | $ 26.28 | $ 26.28 | |
| Radiology Technician | $ 27.44 | $ 17.37 | |
| Registered Dietician | $ 35.58 | $ 20.11 | |
| Registered Pharmacist | $ 63.50 | $ 50.00 | |
| Respiratory Therapist (RRT) | $ 32.02 | $ 16.62 | |
| RN, Staff | $ 31.40 | $ 21.69 | |
| Security Guard | $ 13.57 | $ 8.59 | |
| Social Worker | $ 55.89 | $ 50.06 | |
| Speech & Language Therapist | $ 35.91 | $ 23.29 | |
| Transcriptionist | $ 18.57 | $ 11.75 | |
| Transporter | $ 12.80 | $ 8.10 | |
| Utilization Review Specialist | $ 33.37 | $ 21.12 | |
| X-Ray Technician (ARRT) | $ 32.43 | $ 18.81 | |
Administrative
| Administrative - Clerical - Secretarial | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Administrative Assistant | $ 16.60 | $ 13.75 | |
| Cashier, Office | $ 13.70 | $ 11.06 | |
| Clerk, General Office | $ 15.46 | $ 14.08 | |
| Clerk, Payroll | $ 16.31 | $ 12.47 | |
| Data Entry Clerk | $ 16.94 | $ 14.81 | |
| File Clerk | $ 11.75 | $ 9.50 | |
| Insurance Clerk/ Personnel | $ 15.66 | $ 13.32 | |
| Mail Clerk | $ 14.55 | $ 13.81 | |
| PBX Operator | $ 12.31 | $ 7.25 | |
| Purchasing/ Procurement | $ 25.36 | $ 22.62 | |
| Receptionist | $ 13.60 | $ 10.18 | |
| Secretary, Executive | $ 19.53 | $ 16.52 | |
| Secretary, General | $ 16.93 | $ 14.22 | |
| Secretary, General (Unit Clerk) | $ 14.41 | $ 9.12 | |
| Secretary, Scheduler | $ 20.02 | $ 11.83 | |
| Shipping \ Receiving Clerk | $ 12.58 | $ 9.44 | |
| Word Processing Clerk | $ 12.01 | $ 12.01 | |
Computer Services
| Computer Services | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Account Executive | $ 27.50 | $ 23.71 | |
| Computer Operator, Senior | $ 22.07 | $ 16.89 | |
| Graphics Artist | $ 18.62 | $ 12.79 | |
| IT Manager | $ 12.59 | $ 12.59 | |
| Media Buyer | $ 12.94 | $ 12.94 | |
| Network & Computer Systems Admin. | $ 35.01 | $ 27.07 | |
| Operations Analyst | $ 19.50 | $ 12.34 | |
| Production Manager | $ 23.01 | $ 23.01 | |
| Programmer | $ 29.54 | $ 22.79 | |
| Web Designer | $ 17.59 | $ 17.59 | |
| Systems Analyst/ Programmer | $ 34.31 | $ 24.79 | |
Finance
| Finance | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Accountant Certified Public | $ 44.20 | $ 28.35 | |
| Accountant Clerk | $ 18.76 | $ 13.98 | |
| Accountant Clerk\ Bookkeeper | $ 19.76 | $ 12.33 | |
| Accountant, Non-Certified | $ 31.26 | $ 24.29 | |
| Bookkeeper | $ 17.49 | $ 13.98 | |
| Budget Analyst | $ 18.77 | $ 18.77 | |
| Collector | $ 15.69 | $ 12.89 | |
| Comptroller/ Controller | $ 47.35 | $ 31.49 | |
| Office Manager | $ 23.10 | $ 23.10 | |
Technical & Engineering
| Technical & Engineering | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Chemical Engineer | $ 33.66 | $ 33.66 | |
| Chemist | $ 33.40 | $ 22.52 | |
| Civil Engineer | $ 41.33 | $ 28.40 | |
| Drafting (A) | $ 39.99 | $ 23.09 | |
| Drafting (B) | $ 33.56 | $ 18.04 | |
| Drafting Technician | $ 15.84 | $ 13.43 | |
| Electronics Technician | $ 22.08 | $ 13.36 | |
| Engineering Technician | $ 26.22 | $ 22.98 | |
| Facility Manager | $ 47.05 | $ 47.05 | |
| Field Technician | $ 18.28 | $ 15.24 | |
| Lab Technician | $ 21.76 | $ 18.02 | |
| Lead Operator WW | $ 26.64 | $ 23.58 | |
| Project Engineer/ BSME | $ 49.46 | $ 44.55 | |
| Safety Engineer | $ 38.92 | $ 38.92 | |
| Technician (A) | $ 22.61 | $ 15.84 | |
| Utilities Workers | $ 15.94 | $ 11.93 | |
| WW Operator | $ 22.02 | $ 18.00 | |
Retail
| Retail Sales & Merchandising | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| Department Manager | $ 57.23 | $ 20.39 | |
| Inventory Control Clerk | $ 33.66 | $ 20.00 | |
| Sales Clerk | $ 18.58 | $ 15.75 | |
| Sales Representative | $ 34.67 | $ 19.50 | |
Education, Child Care & Recreation
| Education | |||
| Job Classification | Highest | Lowest | |
| CEO | $ 38.47 | $ 38.47 | |
| Child Care Director | $ 13.00 | $ 11.00 | |
| Child Care Provider | $ 10.00 | $ 7.25 | |
| Director, Assistant | $ 20.87 | $ 20.87 | |
| Faculty | $ 36.64 | $ 19.51 | |
| Life Guards | $ 11.00 | $ 7.25 | |
| Masseur/ Masseuse | $ 10.50 | $ 10.00 | |
| Nursery Worker | $ 9.00 | $ 7.25 | |
| Refrree | $ 20.00 | $ 10.00 | |
| Supervisor | $ 19.21 | $ 13.72 | |
| Trainers | $ 10.00 | $ 9.00 | |
| VP Operations | $ 21.74 | $ 21.74 | |
Demographics
With a wonderful mix of native West Texans and those who couldn't get here fast enough, Odessa is becoming more culturally diverse every day. And it's doing so without losing its trademark southern charm and hospitality.
Odessa offers a unique blend of small and large town benefits. No matter where you go in and around the city, you'll find the friendly faces and inviting spirit Odessa is known for.
Population
| Population | |
| Odessa-Midland CSA | 274,002 |
| Ector County | 137,130 |
| City of Odessa | 99,940 |
| Midland County | 136,872 |
| City of Midland | 111,147 |
|
Sources: |
|
Ector County Population
| Ector County Population Characteristics | |
| Percent Change in Population 2000-2010 | 10.14% |
| Population Per Square Mile | 150.9 |
| Median Age Male | 30.5 |
| Female | 33.5 |
|
Sources: |
|
| Ethnicity | |
| Anglo | 44.1% |
| Hispanic | 50.3% |
| Black | 4.8% |
| Other | .8% |
|
Sources: |
|
Effective Buying Income
Money goes a lot farther in Odessa–your capital investment and your customer's buying power.
| Odessa MSA - 2010 Population | |
| Ector County | 137,130 |
| City of Odessa | 99,940 |
| Number of Households | 48,259 |
|
Source: 2010 US Census |
|
| Effective Buying Income | ||
| 2009 (awaiting figures for 2010) | Ector County | Midland County |
| Number of Households | 48,259 | 48,787 |
| Effective Buying Income | ||
| Total EBI ($000) | 2,422,353 | 3,047,695 |
| Median Household EBI | 39,388 | 45,599 |
| Average Household EBI | 50,195 | 62,469 |
| Per Capita EBI | 20,080 | 28,476 |
|
Sources: **Demographics USA County Edition 2010 |
||
| Note: EBI – Effective Buying Income is defined as money income less personal tax payments or “disposable” or “after tax” income. | ||
Per Capita Personal Income
| Per Capita Personal Income | ||||
| 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Ector County | 24,040 | 26,108 | 29,171 | 31,787 |
| Midland County | 36,642 | 43,182 | 48,992 | 52,974 |
|
Sources: *US Dept of Commerce Bureau of Economics: www.bea.doc.gov |
||||
Households By Age
| Households by Age of Householder | ||
| Ector County | Midland County | |
| Under 24 | 53,561 | 50,119 |
| 25-44 | 34,421 | 32,928 |
| 45-64 | 30,586 | 32,962 |
| 65 & Older | 14,834 | 15,533 |
|
Sources: *US Dept of Commerce Bureau of Economics: www.bea.doc.gov |
||
Five-Year Projections
| Five-Year Projections Ector and Midland Counties |
||
| Ector County | Midland County | |
| Population (01/01/2010) | 133,402 | 131,542 |
| Population (01/01/2015) | 139,140 | 138,861 |
| Households (01/01/2014) | 56,962 | 68,021 |
| 2010 Total EBI ($000) | 2,422,353 | 3,047,695 |
| 2014 Total EBI ($000) | 2,857,048 | 3,495,350 |
| Percent Change 2009-2014 |
21.4% | 21.2% |
| Average Household EBI (01/01/2014) |
56,962 | 68,021 |
| Retail Sales ($000) (01/01/2014) |
2,835,913 | 2,871,325 |
|
Sources: *US Dept of Commerce Bureau of Economics: www.bea.doc.gov |
||
Transportation
| Location From Major Cities | |
| El Paso | 274 |
| Dallas | 347 |
| Austin | 334 |
| Amarillo | 255 |
| San Antonio | 336 |
| Houston | 494 |
Fortunately, Odessa is big enough to demand superior roadway and railway systems, yet small enough to get around in quickly. The multi-lanes of Interstate 20, State Highway 385 and the John Ben Shepperd Parkway provide quick access to industrial, commercial and residential areas in central and east Odessa. The location of the Union Pacific Railroad switch station and a proposed spur that will run throughout the Parkway Industrial Park complex makes shipping raw materials and finished goods in and out of town a breeze.Odessa also offers the quintuple Freeport Exemption for all taxing entities on goods in transit.
With the progress of La Entrada al Pacifico-the US 385 Texas-Western Mexico Trade Route, Odessa has become the center for commerce in West Texas. In fact all roads through West Texas have led to Odessa for a long time.
Education
We learned a long time ago how valuable a solid educational system can be to thriving communities. From Pre-K all the way through specialized graduate degree programs, Odessa is the head of its educational class.
Public Schools
| Public Schools Total Enrollment: 28,439 | ||
| Grades | Number of Schools | Enrollment |
| Early Eduction (3-4 years old) | 3 | 1,298 |
| Elementary (K-6) | 26 | 16,024 |
| Junior High School | 6 | 6,068 |
| High School (10-12) Career Center | 3 | 5,049 |
2011-2012 School Year
Private/Charter Schools
| Private/Parochial Schools: | ||
| Grades | Number of Schools | Enrollment |
| Private/Parochial (k-12 at selected schools) | 6 | 742 |
| Charter Schools: | ||
| Grades | Number of Schools | Enrollment |
| K-2nd | 1 | 250 |
| K-8th | 1 | 306 |
| High School 9-12 | 1 | 291 |
2011-2012 School Year
Colleges and Universities
| College/Universities: | Enrollment |
| Odessa College | 5,159 |
| University of Texas Permian Basin | 3,824 |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center: | |
| School of Nursing: | |
| Undergraduate Students | 63 |
| Graduate Students | 41 |
| School Of Medicine: | 38 |
| School of Allied Health: | |
| Physical Therapy Students | 31 |
| Enrollment Figures: 2011--2012 School Year | |
Labor Statistics
|
Radius of Labor Area - 60 miles March 2012
|
|||
| Ector County | Permian Basin | ||
| Total Civilian Labor Force | 82,051 | Total Civilian Labor Force | 231,671 |
| Total Employment | 78,462 | Total Employment | 221,324 |
| Total Unemployment | 3,589 | Total Unemployment | 10,347 |
|
Unemployment Rate - Ector County 4.4% |
Permian Basin Rate 4.5% | ||
Quality of Life
| Quality of Life | |
| Public Parks | 34 |
| Public Swimming Pools | 4 |
| Public Tennis Courts | 11 |
| Football / Soccer / Baseball Fields | 4 |
| Golf Courses | 4 |
| Cinemas | 2 (23 screens) |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Theatres | The Permian Playhouse |
| Symphonies | Midland Odessa Symphony |
| Museums / Galleries | 4 |
| Churches | 144 |
Major Events/Festivals
| Major Events/Festivals | |
| Name of Event | Approx. Date of Event |
| Sandhills Stock Show & Rodeo | January |
| Midessa Boat, RV & Gun Show | February |
| West Texas Relays | March |
| Flower Market/ Ellen Noel Art Museum | April |
| Cinco de Mayo | May |
| Hot Summer Nights With Cool Music | June |
| Firecracker Fandango | July |
| Rock the Dessert | August |
| Permian Basin Fair & Expo. | September |
| Shakespeare Festival/ Globe Theatre | September |
| Commemorative Air Force/ Air Show | October |
| Hot Diggity Hog-Fest/ White-Pool House Museum | October |
| Permian Basin International Oil Show (even year) | October |
| Merry Marketplace | November |
| Tejano Super Car Show | November |
| Heritage Holiday Festival and Parade | December |
Community Services
| Community Services | |
| Motels / Hotels | 29 |
| Bed & Breakfasts | 1 |
| - Total Number of Rooms | 2,100 |
| Banks | 34 |
| Major Daily Newspaper | 1 |
| Television Stations | 7 |
| Radio Stations | 21 |
| Local Telephone Services | 29 |
| Long Distance Services | 3 |
| Weekly Newspapers | 1 |
| Cable Television Channels | 170 |
| Civic Center / Auditorium | Ector County Coliseum |
| Ector County Coliseum - 5,000 permanent seats. An additional 2,500 seats added to the floor for concerts, etc. | |
Cost of Living Calculator
Healthcare Services
We can take good care of you here in Odessa. Healthcare is a primary focus for the future of this city. Centrally located in the Permian Basin, Odessa has grown to be the healthcare hub for the surrounding communities with state-of-the-art services and technology. There are more than 200 physicians representing a wide variety of specialties, including cardiovascular surgery, emergency care and comprehensive cancer care. In addition, there are more than 80 dentists in the community.
Acute care hospitals, Medical Center Hospital and Odessa Regional Medical Center have a combined total of 632 licensed beds. The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) in Odessa is dedicated to improving the quality of health care, medical education and research in the Permian Basin. Besides several medical residency programs, TTUHSC also offers bachelors and doctorate degrees in many healthcare fields.
| Hospitals: | Facilities: |
| Medical Center Hospital | 402 Beds |
| Odessa Regional Medical Center | 230 Beds |
| Basin Health Care Center | 15 Beds |
| Clinics | 38 |
| Doctors | 200 + varying in specialization |
| Dentists | 80 + |
Employment by Industry
Total Non-Agriculture Employment - February 2012
69,600
| Government & Information | 10,700 |
| Services | 21,600 |
| Retail & Wholesale Trade | 12,100 |
| Mining & Construction | 14,900 |
| Manufacturing | 4,900 |
| Finance, Insurance, & Real Estate | 2,900 |
| Transportation, Warehousing & Utilities | 2,500 |
State of Texas Civillian Workforce (12,464,800 February 2012)
State of Texas Unemployment Rate
7.2%
Incentives
There are plenty of reasons to relocate your business in Odessa. Probably the most important are those that can positively affect your bottom line. Depending on your type of business, moving to Odessa means you could qualify for a variety of lucrative local and state incentive packages.
Come join the companies that have chosen Odessa, Texas for their business:
Cudd Energy Services
Family Dollar Stores, Inc.
Coca-Cola
Constellation Energy
Southwestern Bell
Weatherford Artificial Lift Systems
Desert Industrial X-Ray
Standard Structures
Odessa Concrete
Micro Information Services
Athletic Supply
Bear's Machine and Manufacturing, Inc.
Falcon International
MidCon Compressors
Local Incentives
We want you here because your business is good business for Odessa. The Odessa Development Corporation (ODC) was authorized by the Development Corporation Act of Texas to collect sales tax economic development incentives. The ODC annually collects $4.5 million per year in revenues. The ODC incentives are based on the number of new jobs created, the annual payroll and the amount of your capital investment. Possible incentives include:
Land, facilities and infrastructure
improvement grants
Loan enhancement
Direct loans, including micro-business loan
Relocation and moving expense grants
Property tax incentives
Training
Recruiting and screening of employees
State Incentives
The Lone Star State shines on business, too. Businesses that locate in designated zones may be eligible for local and/or state benefits in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. The Texas Department of Economic Development may grant state benefits if a business is awarded "Enterprise Project" status.
Example state benefits include:
1. State sales tax refunds of taxes paid on machinery and equipment, building
material, labor for the rehabilitation of existing buildings, and electricity and
natural gas purchased for use in the Enterprise Zone.
2. Franchise Tax Reductions.
3. Priority status for other state administered programs.
4. Additionally, companies that locate in non-entitlement communities may receive funds to be used for needed infrastructure through the Texas Capital Fund Infrastructure Program.
5. Lastly, the Skills Development Fund is designed to help businesses apply for job training funds in partnership with local community colleges and technical schools to finance customized job training.
6. Worker Opportunity Tax Credits (WOTC).
Energy Complex
We've got a lot of energy! The Energy Complex on Interstate 20 in south Odessa offers several unique resources required by heavy manufacturing industries:
- Oncor and gas 345 KV power station
- Ample water supply
- 24-hour operated freight center operated by Union Pacific
- Natural gas
- State-of-the-art industrial wastewater treatment plant
- Available surface space
In addition and adjacent to the Energy Complex are two power plants. PSEG and Constellation Energy. PSEG owns and operates Odessa Ector Power Partners power plant. It is a $300 million dollar, 1,000-megawatt natural gas-fueled electric power generating plant. Constellation Energy owns and operates Quail Run Energy Center's power plant. It is a $200 million dollar, 775-megawatt natural gas-fired power plant.
Utility Information
The Colorado River Municipal Water District supplies water for Odessa through well and reservoir sources. With a daily treatment capacity of 65,000,000 GPD and a daily pumping capacity of 65,000,000 GPD. There is overhead storage capacity of 6,000,000 MG, with 14,000,000 MG stored in the ground.
The Colorado River Municipal Water District is planning to build a 45 mile pipeline that will pump water from the Ward County well fields to its distribution center in Odessa. The pipeline is projected to produce 30 million gallons of water daily. Construction should begin in February 2012 and be completed in December 2012.
Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority's Odessa South Wastewater Treatment Facility is permitted to treat an average of 5.6 million gallons of industrial wastewater per day and currently has significant excess capacity available.
Odessa is fortunate to have two power plants. PSEG operates a 1,000 megawatt natural gas-fired electric power generating plant amd Constellation Energy is a 550 megawatt gas-fired power plant on Interstate 20.
Sewer
Storm Sewer: 5% Coverage of City
Sanitary Sewer: 100% Coverage of City
Treatment Plant: Activated Sludge
Solid Waste Disposal: Mechanical Collection System
GCA Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant: 5.6 MGD
Natural Gas
Supplier: Atmos Energas
BTU Content: 1,000 per cubic foot
Electricity
Supplier: Oncor
Transmission Voltage: 69 KV, 138 KV, 345 KV
Service Voltage: 120/208, 120/240, 240/480, 277/480
Location
Located in the heart of the Permian Basin, Odessa is at the industrial and commercial crossroads of West Texas. It's halfway between Dallas/Fort Worth and El Paso. Odessa and our sister city Midland, located 18 miles due east, make up the hub of the Petroplex. The Petroplex produces a total of one-fourth of the entire nation's natural gas.
Average Elevation: 2,851 feet above sea level
City Area: 35.04 square miles
County Area: 903 square miles
Government
As the seat of Ector County, Odessa and its governing bodies are recognized for being "business-friendly." With a focus on tomorrow without forgetting our storied past, the city and county have worked side-by-side in putting a new face on the downtown area while preserving the historic look and feel that is Odessa–both in terms of newly constructed facilities and in planning for the future.
With extremely accessible governing officials, Odessa operates under a charter that provides for a Council-Manager form of government. The council consists of a mayor and five council members serving three-year staggered terms. The Council is responsible for the appointment of the city manager, municipal judges, city attorney, city secretary and boards and legislative policy making. The city manager serves as chief administrative officer of the city government.
City and Government
City Government - City Council-City Manager System
County Government - County Judge-Commissioners Court
Police Personnel - 230
Fire Personnel - 170 Paid; 4-Volunteer Depts.
Climate
Just like the attitude of its citizenry, the climate in Odessa, Texas is cozy and mild. And low humidity makes for comfortable temperatures even during the warmer summer months.
Average Temperature Annual: 63.4 January 56, July 95
Normal Annual Rainfall: 14.8 inches
Total Annual Snowfall: 1.5 inches
Prevailing Winds: 11.1 mph from south, southeast
Annual Sunny Days: 85%
Culture
Odessa is one place where life imitates art. Together with many fine individuals here, the Odessa Council for the Arts and Humanities encourages, promotes and supports participation in the arts and humanities in Odessa and Ector County. Here are a few of the many cultural opportunities Odessa has to offer:
The Presidential Museum is a premier museum dedicated solely to the office of the President of the United States. Permanent exhibits include the Dishong collection of First Lady miniature dolls, campaign trivia, historical documents, and the John Ben Shepperd Library of the Presidents.
Elizabethan England comes to life during the Odessa Shakespeare Festival at The Globe of the Great Southwest, a recreation of Shakespeare's original Globe. The Globe also produces everything from Broadway musicals to country and Gospel revues throughout the year. In addition, the Anne Hathaway Cottage, a replica of the home William Shakespeare built for his true love, and the Shakespeare Library round out our tribute to this remarkable period of time and the Bard himself whose works remain timeless.
The Ellen Noël Museum of the Permian Basin is an independent art museum located on the campus of the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. The museum features rotating exhibits of historical and contemporary art, a permanent sculpture garden, and programs of art education for all ages.
Located within the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) headquarters at Midland International Airport, the American-Airpower Heritage Museum is recognized for its collection of authentic World War II artifacts, memorabilia and the world’s largest collection of original aviation nose art now housed in a new gallery. The museum boasts of 40,000 square feet of "hands-on" permanent exhibits that detail the story of World War II airpower.
The Permian Playhouse is the only community theatre in Texas that has competed and won the privilege to perform at the state Theatre Festival since 1983. It has enriched the lives of West Texas residents with music, dance, drama, suspense, tears and laughter for more than 40 years.
The Midland Odessa Symphony and Chorale is the premier orchestra in the Permian Basin. The symphony, chorale and its various ensembles perform with world-renowned guest artists and conductors in concerts that feature classical, pops and educational programming throughout the year. Resident ensembles include the Lone Star Brass, the strings of the West and the West Texas Winds.
Enterprise Zone
Odessa has Enterprise Zone status and provides property tax abatements, local sales tax rebates, and development fee rebates to qualified businesses locating or expanding within the designated area. This Enterprise Zone incentive is available for both local and state resources.
The Texas Enterprise Zone Program is one of Texas' strongest economic development tools in attracting new and growing business ventures. Through the program, the Department of Commerce is committed to succeed in increasing investment and creation of jobs for Texans.
Established in Texas in 1987, the Enterprise Zone Program encourages the creation of permanent jobs to induce capital investment. Enterprise Zones constitute viable options to businesses looking to start-up, expand or locate a site. Businesses located in the designated enterprise zones can qualify for tax incentives and other economic program benefits (For more information or to see if your business qualifies, call Guy Andrews at (432) 333-7880.)
Freeport Exemption
Odessa is unique. The city now offers a quintuple Freeport Exemption from all taxing entities on goods in transit. Just one more reason that Odessa is the right place for your business.
This business incentive is designed to exempt some or all of a company’s inventory from property taxes. Businesses involved in the export of tangible property such as goods, wares, and merchandise may be eligible for the Freeport Exemption. For your business to be eligible, all property must be assembled, stored, manufactured or fabricated locally and then exported out of the state within 175 days.