New report highlights economic impact of GM’s Arlington assembly plant
New economic data from General Motors shows that the SUV assembly plant in Arlington is supporting local jobs and economic growth in Texas, with its direct gross domestic product topping $2 billion.
The Arlington assembly plant at 2525 E. Abram St. employs about 5,200 workers, and is one of the region’s major employers. The plant runs 24 hours a day, six days a week, producing almost one vehicle per minute, according to previous Star-Telegram reporting.
Additionally, GM says that every $10 produced by the Arlington plant results in $21 in “total economic activity in Texas.”
In June 2023, GM invested $500 million into the Arlington plant.
“At Arlington Assembly, we know our work matters beyond our plant walls,” said plant director Satya Veerapaneni. “We are proud of what we build and proud of the role our team plays in Texas. For Arlington, this is more than a headline. It is about the people who work here, the suppliers who grow with us and the communities that benefit when advanced manufacturing stays strong.”
Arlington Mayor Jim Ross says General Motors is a part of the city’s history. The assembly plant opened in 1954.
“General Motors is deeply woven into the fabric of Arlington’s history and economy. For decades, this plant has provided thousands of good-paying jobs for our residents, and our community takes immense pride in knowing that these world-class vehicles are built right here in the heart of The American Dream City,” Ross said.
There are about 13,000 General Motors employees in Texas, according to GM officials.
