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A Growing Hub for Business Information Technology

Sugar Land, Texas, is a prime destination for business information technology, backed by a highly educated and diverse workforce. With access to IT-focused degree programs and a strong talent pipeline, businesses can easily find skilled professionals.

Industry Growth & Opportunity

Between 2015 and 2020, Sugar Land’s job growth was four times the national rate and 50 percent higher than the Houston region. The IT sector continues to expand, with projected growth of 26 percent by 2030.

Why Sugar Land?

Home to leading IT companies like Fiserv, HCSS and Prime Communications, Sugar Land offers:

High-speed telecommunication infrastructure
7.9 million square feet of office space
No corporate or personal income tax

With a thriving business ecosystem and top-tier talent, Sugar Land is the ideal location for IT innovation and success.

Information Technology Industry One-Pager

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Information Technology Degrees

The high-quality education available in Sugar Land ensures that our community is educated in growing fields, including IT. That’s why the area has been rated one of the top school districts in the state. In addition, the region is home to both a four-year graduate and undergraduate university and three junior/technical colleges. Finding a skilled workforce with an information technology degree is simple in Sugar Land.

The University of Houston - Sugar Land is home to the College of Technology, which opened in 2019. It includes research labs, computer and multimedia laboratories and state-of-the-art classrooms. Students can obtain a bachelor's degree in computer networking, computer sciences, system administration, and more.

“The high amount of talented, diverse employees and pro-growth government is the perfect combination to help you achieve your goals."

Tom Webb, HCSS Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Customer Solutions

Jobs in Information Technology

With numerous companies headquartered in or near Sugar Land, IT job opportunities are abundant. Major tech firms like HCSS, Trafficware, and Yokogawa call the region home.

From information security to software development, Sugar Land offers a strong job market for tech professionals, along with a great quality of life, diverse dining, and a low cost of living.