Outback NSW features a diverse job landscape driven by key industries such as farming, retail, and hospitality, with approximately 28,500 positions available across the region. Broken Hill is the largest city, acting as a hub for employment, while towns like Bourke and Cobar…
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Region snapshot
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Region snapshot
Population
38,304
Median age
42 yrs
Jobs in region
28,495
Median weekly rent
$200/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$212/wk
Median household income
$828/wk
Region size
297474.9 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Broken Hill
Infrastructure
12
Airports
12
Hospitals
0
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
86 new roles this week
Job types
Share of live roles by employment type.
Top employers
Most active employers hiring in-region.
Advertised salary
Which industries pay most in Outback NSW.
Talent in Outback NSW
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Bogan Shire Council
Location: Nyngan NSW Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), Fixed Term (12 months) Commencement: October 2026 (date flexible depending on candidate availability) Application deadline: 4:30pm on 16 September 2…
Bogan Shire Council
Location: Nyngan, NSW Employment Type: Permanent full-time (38 hours per week, 9 day fortnight) Bogan Shire Council is seeking a motivated and reliable Labourer – Rural Works to join our Infrastructure Services team. …
Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
Broken Hill LocationTell the stories that matter to regional Australia12-month fixed-term, full-time contractBase salary $84K to $94K + 15.4% ABC Nominated SuperWorking in isolated locations attracts allowances above …
Wesfarmers Industrial & Safety
The Role We are looking for an approachable and proactive Customer Care Consultant to provide phenomenal service within our Broken Hill Trade Store! Acting as the face of the business, you will bring friendliness and …
Transport for NSW
Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW Job category: Trades & Services Job location: Broken Hill, NSW, AU, 2880 Job reference number: 110533 Employment type: Permanent Full-Time Salary range: $1519.4-$1755.2 You put p…
NSW Department of Communities and Justice
Solicitor - Legal Officer Grade I-III - Criminal Law Division Legal Officer Grade I-III - $90,692- $134,458 (plus super & leave loading) Statewide Talent Pool for future Ongoing/ Temp vacancies (full time and part tim…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Outback NSW.
With a total of nearly 28,500 jobs available in Outback NSW, residents enjoy a job-to-population ratio that reflects a solid employment landscape. The median weekly personal income stands at $671, highlighting the area's potential for financial stability.
Outback NSW is home to about 16,900 households, with an average size of two residents. Housing types are varied, including separate houses, flats, and caravans, with median rent at $200 per week and median mortgages at approximately $212.
The population of Outback NSW is approximately 38,300 residents, with a median age of 42 years. The working-age demographic, comprising roughly 23,000 individuals, includes around 6,370 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, contributing to the cultural richness of the area.
Outback NSW boasts a vibrant business landscape with over 3,730 registered enterprises, predominantly in farming and forestry, which alone houses around 1,443 businesses. Other crucial sectors include retail, hospitality, and construction, each contributing to the regional economy.
Outback NSW is equipped with essential services, featuring 12 hospitals and 12 regional airports to support community health and connectivity. However, there are currently no universities within the region, prompting some residents to consider external educational options.
