The Gold Coast is home to a diverse employment landscape with over 500,000 jobs available across various sectors, including hospitality, retail, and construction. Key industries driving growth include the construction and transport fields, which employ nearly 19,000 people,…
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Region snapshot
By the numbers
Latest roles
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Region snapshot
Population
633,764
Median age
39 yrs
Jobs in region
502,926
Median weekly rent
$450/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$450/wk
Median household income
$1,034/wk
Region size
1333.39 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Gold Coast
Infrastructure
3
Airports
13
Hospitals
3
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
2,625 new roles this week· 5,499 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 Gold Coast.
Talent in Gold Coast
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
Explore roles by industry
The Gold Coast classification breakdown as a browsable, photo-led grid — each tile opens that industry across Australia.
Latest roles
EVT - Entertainment | Ventures | Travel
About EVT: QT Gold Coast is part of EVT, one of Australasia’s market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of coo…
Caxton Community Legal Centre
Job description ABOUT CAXTON Caxton Community Legal Centre's purpose is to promote and protect human rights in Queensland through access to justice. Caxton provides free information, legal assistance, advocacy and soc…
ALH Hotels
About The Role Gaming Attendant | Hinterland Hotel / Motel “Let’s go to the pub!” Chances are, it’s one of ours. As the cornerstone of over 350 Australian communities, ALH owns and operates more pubs than anyone. And …
City of Gold Coast
Full Time/9 Day Fortnight/36 Hours per weekSalary: From $94,439 - $98,355 plus SuperannuationPosition Brief - Accountant About The Team The Department Finance Team is seeking an Accountant to complement our team. The …
Lovisa
Who We Are Lovisa isn’t just a jewellery brand – we’re a global style movement. From our first store in Australia to now thousands of locations worldwide, we’ve stayed true to our mission: bold, affordable fashion for…
Diverse Voices
Job description LGBTIQA+ Peer Volunteer Role Summary: Diverse Voices, established in 1984, has a long and proud history of volunteering which carries through to today. Our volunteers are an integral and valued part of…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Gold Coast.
Around 502,926 jobs exist in the Gold Coast, with a median weekly income of $787. This job-to-population ratio indicates a thriving economy, ensuring ample job opportunities for current and future residents.
The Gold Coast hosts approximately 243,469 households with an average size of 3 individuals. Housing options range from separate houses to apartments, with median rent and mortgage costs both sitting at $450 per week, reflecting the balance of affordability in the region.
With an estimated population of over 633,000 people, the Gold Coast features a median age of 39. The working-age population (15-64 years) comprises around 411,051 residents, including about 13,593 Indigenous individuals contributing to the region's cultural landscape.
The Gold Coast has a strong business landscape with over 76,000 registered enterprises, predominantly in sectors such as construction, retail, and hospitality. Notably, the construction and transport industry employs around 18,926 individuals, showcasing the region's development focus.
Residents of the Gold Coast benefit from solid infrastructure, including 13 hospitals, three universities, and three regional airports. This accessibility to essential services significantly enhances the overall quality of life in the region.
