Youngstown-Warren, OH local economy

7th

percentile among United States metros

▼ -0.3 3-month trend

Youngstown-Warren, OH ranks in the 7th percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum falling over the past 12 months.

Business formation

New business applications or registrations was 5,108 in January 2025, up 19.1% from January 2024.

Building permits

Dwelling units authorized by permit was 22 in July 2026.

Employment

Payrolled or covered employment was 152,969 in January 2026.

New business applications or registrations was 5,108 in January 2025, up 19.1% from January 2024. Dwelling units authorized by permit was 22 in July 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How does Youngstown-Warren, OH rank among United States metros?
Youngstown-Warren, OH ranks in the 7th percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum falling over the past 12 months.
What is the new business applications or registrations in Youngstown-Warren, OH?
New business applications or registrations in Youngstown-Warren, OH was 5,108 in January 2025.
What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in Youngstown-Warren, OH?
Dwelling units authorized by permit in Youngstown-Warren, OH was 22 in July 2026.
What is the payrolled or covered employment in Youngstown-Warren, OH?
Payrolled or covered employment in Youngstown-Warren, OH was 152,969 in January 2026.

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Sources and methodology

Method: 2026.09. Updated 2026-09-10. Coverage: 100% of weighted components available.

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