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The job market in Buffalo, NY is expected to grow at a rate of 3.96% over the next decade, which is lower than the projected growth rate for the US as a whole of 30.54%. The unemployment rate in Buffalo is currently 6.3%, higher than the national average of 4.1%. This indicates that there are more people looking for work than there are jobs available in the area. While this may seem discouraging, it also presents an opportunity for those who are willing to work hard to find employment. With careful planning and dedication, individuals can take advantage of the job growth within Buffalo and increase their chances of securing a rewarding career.

The unemployment rate in Buffalo is 9.5% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Buffalo has been Positive.
- Jobs have Increased by 1.0% over the past year.
- The average salary in Buffalo is $42,186.
- The median home cost in Buffalo is $204,600

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Buffalo? Law Enforcement ($76,228)
- Worst paying jobs? Personal Care ($17,228)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Management of Companies and Enterprises ($66,417)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($19,760)
- Average Income of Residents in Buffalo ($27,157) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Buffalo (9.5) is higher than USA (6)

Process of Job Search

View jobs in occupation categories below. It is important to join a job site search that offers legally protected status, inclusive workplace, and diverse and inclusive workplace if you're looking for work in Buffalo. A team that respects gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and other legally protected status are important to look for.

Diverse and inclusive employers are looking for job seekers with a wide range of skills and experience. You can find jobs in Buffalo, New York that match your qualifications.

     JobsBuffalo, New YorkUnited States
  $27,157$37,638
  $42,186$69,021
  9.56
  -6.0%-6.2%
  21.9%33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationBuffalo, New YorkUnited States
  Management$54,805$77,236
  Business, Financial$57,250$68,299
  Computer, Math$60,124$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering$63,728$86,023
  Sciences$61,058$66,034
  Social Service$43,516$44,925
  Legal$74,041$88,013
  Education$37,961$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment$36,101$43,591
  Health Practitioners$73,070$75,327
  Health Technicians$34,481$41,524
  Healthcare Support$22,707$25,441
  Fire Fighters$31,682$35,516
  Law Enforcement$76,228$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving$18,320$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance$22,375$23,378
  Personal Care$17,228$15,351
  Sales, Related$24,020$33,178
  Office Admin, Support$32,128$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry$35,302$25,716
  Construction, Extraction$34,825$41,315
  Maintence, Repair$39,277$48,436
  Production$28,347$38,103
  Transportation$29,255$39,572
  Material Moving$25,091$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryBuffalo, New YorkUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting$36,536$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction$46,250$74,432
  Construction$38,836$44,287
  Manufacturing$34,629$51,585
  Wholesale Trade$38,931$51,301
  Retail Trade$20,996$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing$33,200$43,256
  Utilities$54,063$77,546
  Information$46,651$61,268
  Finance and Insurance$51,918$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing$35,447$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services$53,697$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises$66,417$75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services$24,203$30,687
  Educational Services$41,040$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance$32,175$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation$23,892$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services$19,760$18,154
  Other Services$23,581$29,481
  Public Administration$64,309$61,644
Unemployment by Year (Years 1990 to 2021)
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Over 2 years ago

Clean, fun, safe and unique. Great place to raise a family. Affordable housing, strong job market. Great schools and neighborhoods.  More

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Over 2 years ago

Buffalo was okay in 2016. Since then, crime is up, there are more methadone clinics than pediatricians, and so many of the small businesses that made this place charming  More

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Over 2 years ago

This city is just plain beautiful. Sure, it might not be New York or Albany. But it's Buffalo. Place is a God-send. You want to see the Falls and the Bills? Come here.  More

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