Developments in the Central New York Labor Market
Private sector jobs in the Syracuse metro area rose over the year by 6,200, or 2.6 percent, to 248,000 in April 2022 as the economic recovery continued. Job gains occurred in leisure and hospitality (+3,600), trade, transportation and utilities (+1,700), professional and business services (+1,500), other services (+500), natural resources, mining and construction (+300), information (+100) and manufacturing (+100). Job losses occurred in educational and health services (-1,500) and financial activities (-100). The government job count rose over the year (+400), with local government education experiencing the greatest job gains.
Establishments By Size in Central New York
| Establishment Size | Number Of Establishments | % Of Total Establishments | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10 | 13,685 | 71.1% | 40,541 |
| 10-99 | 5,124 | 26.6% | 137,363 |
| 100-499 | 378 | 2.0% | 73,299 |
| 500+ | 55 | 0.3% | 67,411 |
| Total | 19,242 | 100.0% | 318,614 |
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]