Developments in the Central New York Labor Market
Private sector jobs in the Syracuse metro area declined by 1,500, or -0.6 percent, to 261,700 over the year in June 2026. Job gains occurred in leisure and hospitality (+1,100), and other services (+100). Job losses occurred in trade, transportation and utilities (-1,300), financial activities (-600), professional and business services (-300), manufacturing (-200) and private education and health services (-200). The government job count rose over the year (+700), with growth concentrated in local government.
Industry Profiles
Establishments By Size in Central New York
| Establishment Size | Number Of Establishments | % Of Total Establishments | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10 | 14,205 | 72.1% | 38,773 |
| 10-99 | 4,973 | 25.2% | 134,648 |
| 100-499 | 466 | 2.4% | 88,531 |
| 500+ | 63 | 0.3% | 87,982 |
| Total | 19,707 | 100.0% | 349,934 |
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]
Funded by U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration
This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration.