The Barossa region boasts a strong employment market with over 33,000 jobs available, primarily concentrated in industries such as farming and forestry, manufacturing, and retail/hospitality.
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By the numbers
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Region snapshot
Population
44,999
Median age
43 yrs
Jobs in region
33,452
Median weekly rent
$290/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$330/wk
Median household income
$962/wk
Region size
2134.81 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Nurioopta
Infrastructure
0
Airports
4
Hospitals
0
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
35 new roles this week· 126 in the last 30 days
Job types
Share of live roles by employment type.
Top employers
Most active employers hiring in-region.
Advertised salary
Which industries pay most in Barossa.
Talent in Barossa
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
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The Barossa classification breakdown as a browsable, photo-led grid — each tile opens that industry across Australia.
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Endeavour Group
Company Description Vinpac has been providing quality bottling services to a national portfolio of over 500 customers since 1975. We specialise in bottling, winemaking, bulk wine storage, laboratory services, warehous…
Charles Melton Wines
Charles Melton Wines 194 Krondorf Road, Krondorf, SA, 5352 Charles Melton Wines is a boutique Barossa Valley winery specialising in premium red wines since 1984. Located within the small village of Krondorf, we are fo…
Treasury Wine Estates
About us Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is one of the world’s largest wine companies. At TWE we are led everyday by our purpose, Boldly Cultivating. We are boldly cultivating value through our brands, wine, people & envi…
Maggie Beer Products
Are you a passionate cook who loves working with premium ingredients and producing exceptional food at scale? At Maggie Beer Products, we're passionate about creating premium Australian food that's enjoyed in homes ac…
Maggie Beer Products
Step into the heart of the Barossa Valley and become part of an iconic Australian brand. Maggie Beer Products is renowned for its gourmet pâtés, fruit pastes, cheeses, ice creams, and more crafted with care, quality, …
Department of Education Victoria
Location Profile Much like the town of Williamstown itself, Williamstown High School is steeped in a rich history. The Yalukit-willam clan of the Kulin nation were the first people to live where our two campuses are s…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Barossa.
The region boasts over 33,000 jobs, resulting in a healthy job-to-population ratio . The median personal income per week sits at $755, showcasing the economic viability of working in Barossa.
There are around 17,231 households in Barossa, with an average size of three people. The housing market has a variety of types, primarily consisting of separate houses, with median rent prices of approximately $290 and mortgage costs of around $330 per week.
The Barossa region has an estimated population of nearly 45,000 residents, with a median age of 43. Approximately 62% of the population is within the working age bracket, and there are around 622 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents contributing to the community's cultural richness.
With nearly 4,000 businesses operating in the Barossa region, key industries include farming, manufacturing, and retail/hospitality. This diversity fosters a resilient economy where job opportunities can flourish across various sectors.
Barossa has a solid infrastructure that includes four hospitals, ensuring residents have access to essential healthcare services. However, the region lacks airports or universities, which may necessitate travel for some educational and transport needs.
