Developments in the Central New York Labor Market
Private sector jobs in the Syracuse metro area rose over the year by 3,400, or 1.3 percent, to 262,900 in November 2024 as the economy continues to expand. Job gains occurred in private education and health services (+2,600), professional and business services (+700), leisure and hospitality (+500), mining, logging and construction (+400) and manufacturing (+100). Job losses occurred in trade transportation, and utilities (-500), information (-300) and other services (-100). The government job count rose over the year (+800), with growth concentrated in state government education.
Establishments By Size in Central New York
| Establishment Size | Number Of Establishments | % Of Total Establishments | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10 | 14,313 | 71.9% | 40,398 |
| 10-99 | 5,069 | 25.5% | 134,970 |
| 100-499 | 482 | 2.4% | 90,882 |
| 500+ | 53 | 0.3% | 72,257 |
| Total | 19,917 | 100.0% | 338,507 |
Job Trends and Industry Data
Contact
For More Information, Please Contact:
Karen Knapik-Scalzo
NYS Department of Labor
450 S. Salina St., Room 300
Syracuse, NY 13202
Phone: (315) 479-3391
Fax: (315) 479-3271
Email: [email protected]