37% of all net new jobs created since the recovery began were created in TX. TX has added 265K net jobs. NY was 2nd with 98K, PA 93K. TX is also one of 4 states that has more jobs now than when the recession began; the others are ND, AK and DC. Over the last 20 years TX has grown 3.3% vs. 2.6% for the US. TX stands out for its free market and business friendly climate.