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Finger Lakes Job Market Shifts to Healthcare Dominance

3/18/2026

Summary

Story summary

The New York State Comptroller's report shows the Finger Lakes economy shifting from manufacturing to healthcare and service jobs.
Manufacturing now accounts for 10.7% of jobs.
Healthcare and social assistance represent about 17.9% of regional employment.
Since 2000, healthcare and social assistance have driven more than 60% of statewide job growth.
The shift challenges displaced workers because manufacturing skills do not easily transfer to service jobs, often with lower wages.

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Story summary

The New York State Comptroller's report shows the Finger Lakes economy shifting from manufacturing to healthcare and service jobs.
Manufacturing now accounts for 10.7% of jobs.
Healthcare and social assistance represent about 17.9% of regional employment.
Since 2000, healthcare and social assistance have driven more than 60% of statewide job growth.
The shift challenges displaced workers because manufacturing skills do not easily transfer to service jobs, often with lower wages.