The coronavirus pandemic has put millions of Americans out of work, and Hays County was no exception when the unemployment rate rose to 12.8 percent in April. Still, there may be a saving grace that will open hundreds of jobs in Buda.
An Amazon shipping center plans to open outside of Buda’s city limits sometime later this year, and it is expected to bring hundreds of part-time and full-time jobs. Since the facility will be outside of the city limits, property taxes will be paid to the county and not the city of Buda.
Wages start at $15 per hour, and offer entrepreneurs the opportunity to build their own business delivering packages on behalf of Amazon. Even though the location has been set and opening has been officially announced, the opening date remains a mystery.
