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Disability Employment Rate

• The disability employment rate in Tampa Bay improved from 0.79 in 2013 to 0.90 in 2024, marking steady progress in integrating residents with disabilities into the workforce. Tampa Bay has generally remained in the middle tier of comparison MSAs over time.
• In 2024, Austin (0.93) and San Antonio (0.91) recorded the highest disability employment rates, while Tampa Bay’s 0.90 places it just below the top-performing metros and close to peers like Jacksonville (0.89) and Miami (0.91).
• The clustering of rates between 0.89 and 0.93 across MSAs highlights relatively strong labor force participation among people with disabilities nationally, though differences still point to varying levels of accessibility, employer support, and inclusive hiring practices.

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Trend Over Time

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Competitive Position Trend

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^{About: This indicator measures the share of working-age individuals with a disability who are employed. Employment outcomes for people with disabilities often reflect a community’s level of accessibility, availability of supportive services, employer accommodations, and overall labor market inclusivity. Higher values indicate stronger integration of residents with disabilities into the workforce, while lower values point to barriers such as discrimination, transportation challenges, lack of workplace adjustments, or limited access to training and job placement services. Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS), Table C18120: Employment Status by Disability Status, 2013–2024.}