In the past 50 years, the 119th district has see a steady economic decline.
1. Long‑Term Economic Performance
Oneida County’s GDP growth has lagged behind statewide averages for decades.
Growth concentrated in:
- Health care
- Education
- Government
- Retail
- Logistics
Manufacturing has steadily contracted since the 1970s.
2. Population Trends
2010: 234,878
2020: 232,125
2024: 228,347
2020–2024 decline: –1.6%.
Ongoing population loss reduces workforce availability and consumer demand.
3. Earning per Capita
- 2014 – $45,000
- 2024 – $58,323
The cumulative inflation rate over the ten year period since 2014 is figured to be 37.39%. Earnings per capital lag behind inflation during this period by approx. 1.00 %, or nearly $4,000. annually.
4. Employment & Income (2024)
- Employed population: 102,134.
- Median household income: $70,154 (1.94% annual growth).
- Poverty rate: 15.5% (up 5.95% year‑over‑year).
- Rising poverty indicates increasing financial strain despite modest income gains.
5. Industry Structure
1970s–1980s: Strong manufacturing base (textiles, machinery, defense). Griffiss Air Force Base operated until 1995.
2020s: Manufacturing persists at reduced scale (plastics, metals, food processing).
Growth sectors:
- Health care
- Education
- Logistics and distribution
- Aviation/tech at Griffiss Business & Technology Park
6. Housing & Living Conditions (2024)
Median property value: $182,600 (6.72% annual growth, out pacing inflation).
Housing remains more affordable than statewide averages.
Rising values driven by investment and limited new construction.
