Labor Market Statistics
The diversity of the area’s economy is reflected in the diversity of employment. The following tables present the distribution of non-agricultural employment in Onondaga County and employment trends.
Onondaga County: Employment by Industry and Employment as a Percentage of Total Employment:
| Industry (Annual Average) | 2025 Estimate | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining | 1,511 | 0.7% |
| Construction | 11,638 | 5.1% |
| Manufacturing | 20,143 | 8.9% |
| Wholesale Trade | 4,452 | 2.0% |
| Retail Trade | 25,789 | 11.4% |
| Transportation and Warehousing, and Utilities | 10,981 | 4.8% |
| Information | 3,571 | 1.6% |
| Finance and insurance, and real estate and rental and leasing | 14,909 | 6.6% |
| Professional, scientific, and management, and administrative and waste management services | 25,163 | 11.1% |
| Educational services, and health care and social assistance | 74,379 | 32.8% |
| Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and food services | 15,900 | 7.0% |
| Other services, except public administration | 10,447 | 4.6% |
| Public administration | 7,671 | 3.4% |