The Riverland boasts a thriving employment landscape, with around 28,000 jobs available across various sectors. Dominated by agriculture, particularly fruits and vegetables, industries such as manufacturing and hospitality also play crucial roles.
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Region snapshot
Population
35,085
Median age
46 yrs
Jobs in region
28,015
Median weekly rent
$205/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$250/wk
Median household income
$774/wk
Region size
12278.99 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Renmark
Infrastructure
3
Airports
7
Hospitals
0
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
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47 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 Riverland.
Talent in Riverland
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G'day Group
About Us G’day Group comprises leading Australian tourism brands in Discovery Parks, Resorts and the loyalty program G'day Rewards. Employing more than 2500 people Australia-wide, G’day Group has the largest park netw…
WSB Distributors
A trade that works around your life Join the WSB Distributors Team – Heavy Diesel Mechanic (Loxton / Murray Mallee) A career in the trades is built on hard work, and it WSB Distributors we think hard work deserves to …
BIG Brand Influence Group
Competitive hourly rate $34.34 per hr + KMs Flexible work life balance Work allocated 2 weeks in advance As a BIG Merchandiser, you will manage an allocated territory, fostering relationships with key retailers. In th…
Vinarchy
About Us Vinarchy. Redefining Wine. Crafting extraordinary wines in Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Italy, South Africa, Chile and the United States, and sharing them in almost every corner of the world, we are relentl…
Vinarchy
Enrich Your Everyday Vinarchy was created in 2025 through the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, bringing together decades of heritage, innovation and global winemaking excellence. Today, Vinarchy …
Department for Education, South Australia
Position Descriptor: Renmark High School is a Years 7-12 secondary school serving approximately 400 students from Renmark and surrounding Riverland communities. Our culturally and socio-economically diverse community …
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Riverland.
A total of around 28,000 jobs are available in the Riverland, with a median personal income of approximately $648 per week. This has a healthy job-to-population ratio, supporting sustainable local economic growth.
Riverland has nearly 15,000 households, with an average household size of two people. Dwellings include a mix of separate houses and rental options, with a median rent of $205 and mortgage costs averaging $250 per week.
With an estimated population of just over 35,000, Riverland has a median age of 46, and approximately 60% of the population is within the working-age bracket of 15-64 years. The region also has a notable Indigenous population of around 1,300.
Riverland is home to over 3,400 businesses, with farming and forestry as the dominant sectors employing a significant portion of the workforce. Alongside agriculture, the region features manufacturing and retail/hospitality industries that contribute to its economic vitality.
The region is serviced by seven hospitals and three airports, ensuring accessibility to healthcare and transport. However, there are no universities located within Riverland, with nearby areas providing further educational prospects.
