The Murray River, Lakes and Coorong region has a diverse employment landscape, with approximately 26,670 jobs available across various sectors. Key industries include farming and forestry, which supports over 1,300 positions, as well as manufacturing, construction, and…
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Region snapshot
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Region snapshot
Population
38,012
Median age
46 yrs
Jobs in region
26,670
Median weekly rent
$230/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$250/wk
Median household income
$705/wk
Region size
24503.61 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Murray Bridge
Infrastructure
0
Airports
6
Hospitals
0
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
5 new roles this week· 15 in the last 30 days
Job types
Share of live roles by employment type.
Top employers
Most active employers hiring in-region.
Talent in Murray River, Lakes and Coorong
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
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The Murray River, Lakes and Coorong roles by industry. Each tile opens that industry across Australia.
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Bapcor
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Asuria
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Journey Beyond
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Chandler Macleod
Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Audit & Assurance Officer to support governance, risk, audit and business continuity functions within a Federal Government environment. This is…
KompleteCare Community & Home Care Services
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Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Murray River, Lakes and Coorong.
There are approximately 26,670 jobs available, with a median weekly income of $587, reflecting a healthy job-to-population ratio that supports the local economy.
The region comprises about 15,954 households, averaging two people per household. Most accommodations are separate houses, with median rents at $230 per week and median mortgage payments at $250 per week.
With an estimated population of around 38,012 and a median age of 46, the region has a working-age population of 22,639, and approximately 1,745 individuals identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
The business landscape in Murray River, Lakes and Coorong includes over 3,300 businesses, with farming and forestry being dominant sectors employing a significant portion of the population, alongside manufacturing and hospitality.
Residents have access to six hospitals in the region, while there are no airports or universities, necessitating travel for higher education and specific medical procedures.
