Darwin has a vibrant employment landscape, featuring over 143,000 jobs across various industries. Major sectors driving Darwin's economy include construction and transport, which alone account for approximately 3,384 businesses, as well as retail and hospitality, contributing to…
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Region snapshot
By the numbers
Latest roles
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Region snapshot
Population
148,801
Median age
34 yrs
Jobs in region
143,086
Median weekly rent
$390/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$484/wk
Median household income
$1,377/wk
Region size
3167.7 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Darwin
Infrastructure
1
Airport
4
Hospitals
1
University
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
787 new roles this week· 1,627 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 Darwin.
Talent in Darwin
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
Explore roles by industry
The Darwin classification breakdown as a browsable, photo-led grid — each tile opens that industry across Australia.
Latest roles
Bishops Transport
About Bishops Transport Bishops Transport is a rapidly growing, family-owned transport company servicing Western Australia and the Northern Territory. With our head office in Perth and depots across the region, we spe…
CONTRACTOR ACCREDITATION LIMITED
Contractor Accreditation is seeking a motivated Client Service Officer to join our team friendly team. Full-time position with immediate start available. Monday to Friday - 8am to 4:30pm Role Includes: Provide friendl…
Clough
Job description: Join our team and elevate your career! Operating as a Quality Manager, you will be responsible for leading the project quality function, ensuring the effective implementation of quality management sys…
Altrad
About us At Altrad, your growth fuels our success. We are a trusted provider of specialist construction, maintenance, and integrated industrial solutions across Australia, partnering with major clients in energy, reso…
CommBank
Our Darwin Branch is seeking a Customer Banking Manager to join the team on a full time basis! Do work that matters As the Customer Banking Manager in our Darwin Branch, you'll be passionate about leading your team to…
De Silva Hebron
Lawyer – Commercial & Transactional Darwin | Full-time We are seeking a lawyer with more than 2 years’ post-admission experience to join our practice in Darwin. The position will primarily involve commercial and trans…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Darwin.
The total number of jobs in Darwin is approximately 143,086, with a median weekly personal income of $1,120, providing a favourable job-to-population ratio.
Darwin has around 53,503 households, with an average size of three. Housing types range from separate houses to apartments, with average weekly rents at approximately $390 and mortgages at $484.
The population of Darwin is approximately 148,801, with a median age of 34. The working age group (15-64) comprises about 104,295 individuals, including 14,539 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents.
Darwin is home to over 11,500 businesses, with key industries including construction and transport, as well as retail and hospitality, reflecting a diverse business landscape.
Darwin has various essential services, with four hospitals, one university, and a single airport meeting the territory's needs and supporting residents' lifestyles.
