Darwin has a vibrant employment landscape, featuring over 143,000 jobs across various industries. Major sectors driving Darwin's economy include construction and transport, which alone account for approximately 3,384 businesses, as well as retail and hospitality, contributing to…
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Region snapshot
By the numbers
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Region snapshot
Population
148,801
Median age
34 yrs
Jobs in region
143,086
Median weekly rent
$390/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$484/wk
Median household income
$1,377/wk
Region size
3167.7 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Darwin
Infrastructure
1
Airport
4
Hospitals
1
University
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
369 new roles this week· 681 in the last 30 days
Job types
Share of live roles by employment type.
Top employers
Most active employers hiring in-region.
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Talent in Darwin
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
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The Darwin classification breakdown as a browsable, photo-led grid — each tile opens that industry across Australia.
Latest roles
Department of Housing, Local Government and Community Development
Provide comprehensive, confidential, administrative support to the Executive and work unit, including administrative coordination and Ministerial Liaison support. Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority conside…
Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet
The Attendant as directed, provides general support to the Administrator of the Northern Territory and Government House Estate by way of driving the Administrator and spouse to official engagements, maintaining all ve…
Power and Water Corporation
Respond to media queries, develop and implement communication plans and source PR opportunities to promote Power and Water Corporation’s initiatives, investments and achievements, in line with the organisation’s visio…
North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identified role, fixed term position until 30 June 2027 North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service (NAAFLS) What We Offer Darwin-based role supporting frontline family vi…
Department of Health
Provide administrative support to NT Health's clinical placement program. Providing general administrative support for Clinical Learning, Education and Research Services, in order to support the workforce pipeline, in…
Power and Water Corporation
Ensure that the Power Services technical standards and specifications for the design, selection, installation and construction of the diverse range of assets are aligned with good industry practice and meet the requir…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Darwin.
The total number of jobs in Darwin is approximately 143,086, with a median weekly personal income of $1,120, providing a favourable job-to-population ratio.
Darwin has around 53,503 households, with an average size of three. Housing types range from separate houses to apartments, with average weekly rents at approximately $390 and mortgages at $484.
The population of Darwin is approximately 148,801, with a median age of 34. The working age group (15-64) comprises about 104,295 individuals, including 14,539 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents.
Darwin is home to over 11,500 businesses, with key industries including construction and transport, as well as retail and hospitality, reflecting a diverse business landscape.
Darwin has various essential services, with four hospitals, one university, and a single airport meeting the territory's needs and supporting residents' lifestyles.
