Developments in the Central New York Labor Market
Private sector jobs in the Syracuse metro area rose over the year by 4,600, or 1.8 percent, to 264,100 in October 2023 as the economy continues to expand. Job gains occurred in professional and business services (+2,700), leisure and hospitality (+1,500), private education and health services (+600), other services (+300), mining, logging and construction (+100) and trade, transportation and utilities (+100). Job losses occurred in manufacturing (-400), information (-200) and financial activities (-100). The government job count rose over the year (+600), with growth concentrated in local government education.
Establishments By Size in Central New York
| Establishment Size | Number Of Establishments | % Of Total Establishments | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10 | 14,217 | 71.8% | 40,989 |
| 10-99 | 5,059 | 25.6% | 137,433 |
| 100-499 | 455 | 2.3% | 86,709 |
| 500+ | 57 | 0.3% | 71,657 |
| Total | 19,788 | 100.0% | 336,788 |
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]