Kleberg County
Kleberg county stands out from
the rest of the Coastal Bend with its large
military workforce. In addition to more
than 1,000 military personnel, Naval Air
Station Kingsville—the county’s primary
military installation—employs another
1,000 or so civilians. Most privatesector industries are service-oriented,
including health care, retail trade, and
accommodation and food services. Nearly
one in five local employees work in the
health care sector. With more than 700
employees, Christus Spohn Kleberg is the
county’s largest health care provider.
Employment Growth 2012-13 by Industry
Government
Other Services (except Public Admin)
Accommodation & Food Services
Arts & Recreation
Health Care & Social Assistance
Educational Services (Private)
Administrative & Support
Management of Businesses
Professional & Scientific Services
Real Estate & Rental
Finance & Insu