The job market in Adelaide is solid, boasting over 900,000 positions across various industries. Key sectors include construction, manufacturing, and retail, pivotal in driving Adelaide's employment landscape.
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Region snapshot
By the numbers
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Towns in Adelaide
Across 160+ mastheads
Region snapshot
Population
1,250
Median age
39 yrs
Jobs in region
906,934
Median weekly rent
$315/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$360/wk
Median household income
$979/wk
Region size
1254.58 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Adelaide
Infrastructure
4
Airports
36
Hospitals
7
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
16,837 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 Adelaide.
Talent in Adelaide
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
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Explore roles by industry
The Adelaide classification breakdown as a browsable, photo-led grid — each tile opens that industry across Australia.
2,593 roles15%Healthcare & Medical
1,654 roles10%Trades & Services
1,488 roles9%Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
1,284 roles8%Hospitality & Tourism
1,014 roles6%Retail & Consumer Products
973 roles6%Administration & Office Support
937 roles6%Education & Training
833 roles5%Community Services & DevelopmentLatest roles
Liebherr
If you enjoy practical work, problem-solving & cutting-edge machinery, an Apprenticeship in Liebherr's Earthmoving Division could be the perfect fit for you. You will learn to service, maintain and support a wide rang…
Lawrence and Hanson
02nd September, 2026 About us Lawrence & Hanson is Australia’s most recognised electrical wholesaler. Our heritage is strong. Since 1886 we have been supplying electrical products to customers across multiple market s…
Westpac Group
Description 12-month Max Term opportunity Adelaide based only Full-time role - Monday-Friday between 8am and 4:06pm AEST The Financial Crime Surveillance (FCS) team is part of Westpac’s Risk Division and is responsibl…
HRHub
Introduction About Us TAE Aerospace is a global aerospace company providing maintenance services for some of the most powerful, exciting and important defence and commercial aircraft platforms in the world. We are als…
KBR
Title: Innovation and Transformation Director We are recruiting for an experienced Innovation and Transformation Director. You will contribute your proven strategic leadership capabilities, effective influencing and c…
Synergie Australia
We think outside the box by redefining recruitment. Through long-term partnerships, we connect the right people with the right opportunities to shape careers and drive change in Australia and beyond. Pay Rate: $35.16/…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Adelaide.
The region boasts over 900,000 jobs, with a median personal income of $757 per week, reflecting a notable job-to-population ratio that supports a strong local economy.
In Adelaide, there are nearly 500,000 households with an average size of three, comprising diverse housing types, including separate houses and apartments, alongside median rent and mortgage costs of approximately $315 and $360 per week, respectively.
With an estimated population of 1,250, Adelaide has a median age of 39, and around 21,662 residents identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander within a working-age population of over 800,000.
Adelaide's business landscape is dynamic, featuring over 107,000 total businesses, with notable sectors including construction, manufacturing, and retail/hospitality, driving local employment.
Adelaide is well-equipped with essential infrastructure, featuring 36 hospitals, four airports, and seven universities, which serve to enhance the quality of life and accessibility for its residents.
