Utica-Rome Metro Area, NY Rankings

The Utica-Rome, NY Metro Area has a population of over 300,000 people and is ranked highly in many bestplaces rankings. According to the 2018 US Census Bureau, this metropolitan area ranks 8th in the nation for its diverse population and 5th for veteran-owned businesses, both of which make it attractive for potential residents and businesses. Additionally, according to a nationwide broadband connectivity study conducted by Broadband Now, the Utica-Rome metro area is ranked 4th in the nation for its access to high speed internet. The unemployment rate in this region is also among the lowest in the nation at just 3.3%. Finally, Utica-Rome boasts one of the highest job growth rates across New York State with an increase of 2.7% from 2014 to 2018. These rankings make Utica-Rome an attractive destination to live and work due to its diversity, access to high speed internet, low unemployment rate and strong job growth.

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