Spa Country's employment landscape is diverse, with approximately 13,300 jobs spread across the region. Major industries include farming, retail, and hospitality, which employ a significant portion of the workforce.
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Region snapshot
By the numbers
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Region snapshot
Population
17,906
Median age
51 yrs
Jobs in region
13,272
Median weekly rent
$293/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$339/wk
Median household income
$854/wk
Region size
1777.55 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Daylesford
Infrastructure
0
Airports
1
Hospital
0
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
39 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 Spa Country.
Talent in Spa Country
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
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The Spa Country classification breakdown as a browsable, photo-led grid — each tile opens that industry across Australia.
Latest roles
InLife Independent Living
Are you a fantastic disability support worker? Regular shifts, flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, sleepovers $46.65 p/h weekdays after induction, plus salary packaging (pay less tax) About us We’re a ra…
Betel Boy
Betel Boy is our Modern Thai restaurant and bar on the main street of Daylesford. We serve Modern Thai food built around good regional produce, with an open kitchen, a busy dining room and Boy-Bar, our private dining …
Hepburn Shire Council
About us Make Hepburn Shire Council your next career move. We are a small rural council with a dedicated team who delivers meaningful outcomes for the community. You can enjoy the challenges, fast track your career, e…
St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria
Make a real difference Be part of one of Victoria’s leading not-for-profits and help create meaningful change in the community every day. Location: Daylesford Work type: Part-time, Ongoing Schedule: Friday 11:45am to …
Creswick Dental Centre
DENTAL ASSISTANT – EXPERIENCED OR TRAINEE Creswick Dental Centre Full-time position | Creswick, Victoria We are looking for a reliable and motivated dental assistant to join our friendly, established dental practice i…
Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa and Hepburn Escape Villas
Guest Experience Manager Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa | Daylesford, Victoria Lead guest experience at Victoria's iconic wellness destination Inspire and develop high-performing frontline teams Drive operational excellence,…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Spa Country.
Spa Country has approximately 13,300 jobs, providing ample employment opportunities for locals. The median weekly personal income of $670 reflects the diverse range of positions available in the area.
There are around 8,000 households in the region, with an average household size of 2. The housing market features a variety of options, with the median rent at about $293 per week and median mortgage costs around $339.
With an estimated population of nearly 18,000 and a median age of 51, Spa Country has a predominantly mature demographic. Approximately 1.1% of the population identifies as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, reflecting the area's cultural diversity.
Spa Country is home to over 2,000 businesses, with farming and forestry being significant sectors. The region also sees strong representation in retail, hospitality, and construction, which provides a broad range of job opportunities.
The region has essential services, including one hospital to support residents' healthcare needs. While accessible, Spa Country does not currently have regional airports or universities, making transport and educational options more limited compared to urban centers.
