Secure. Scalable. Ready for the Future.
San Angelo: West Texas’ Digital Frontier
With strong ties to the defense industry, a proactive technology alliance, and a growing university talent pipeline, San Angelo is building the digital infrastructure and workforce needed to support cybersecurity, IT services, and next-generation data centers — all within a business-friendly, affordable environment.
Why It Works Here
Angelo State University offers degrees in computer science, cybersecurity, systems integration, and network security — with new program aligned with Department of Defense needs
Redundant power and high-speed broadband infrastructure provide reliable uptime for mission-critical systems
Affordable land, low utility costs, and a climate-stable environment are ideal for large-scale data centers
Proximity to Goodfellow AFB makes San Angelo a strategic location for federal cyber contractors and dual-use innovations
San Angelo Technology Alliance actively supports business growth, workforce alignment, and innovation partnerships between private, public, and academic sectors
Momentum & Infrastructure
Strategic Growth Outlook
Cybersecurity roles projected to grow 35% nationally over the next decade
Texas ranks among the top states for rural tech expansion and data infrastructure investment
AI, edge computing, and secure cloud services are driving demand for secondary market data hubs like San Angelo
Target Opportunities
- Managed IT service providers and MSPs
- Cybersecurity vendors and defense-adjacent contractors
- AI and ML hosting environments
- Renewable-powered, ESG-aligned data center campuses
- Public-private tech training and certification labs
Strategic Focus
As an innovation hub, San Angelo combines strategic partnerships, workforce readiness, and infrastructure investment to fuel tech-driven growth.
San Angelo is primed to:
Launch a rural tech accelerator in partnership with ASU and private industry
Support veteran and civilian workforce retraining for IT and security roles
Attract and retain federal contractors, cloud providers, and telecom expansions
Offer land, permitting, and economic incentives for infrastructure development
With its resilient power, federal alignment, and hometown affordability, San Angelo is ready to lead as a secure and scalable tech destination in Texas.