The employment landscape in Wimmera is largely defined by its rich agricultural roots, employing a significant portion of the population in farming and forestry sectors, which account for over 1,600 businesses in the region.
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Population
19,495
Median age
51 yrs
Jobs in region
15,497
Median weekly rent
$165/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$162/wk
Median household income
$752/wk
Region size
26251.06 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Sea Lake
Infrastructure
3
Airports
5
Hospitals
0
Universities
Housing
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Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
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Paraway
Leading Australian agricultural employer Various opportunities across 14 stations within New South Wales and Victoria Great pay and benefits and an opportunity to have a career in agriculture Recruitment for our 2027 …
Qa Hay Pty
Work hard. Back your team. Help take Australian hay to the world. QA Hay is growing, and we’re looking for reliable, hands-on people to join our production team at our hay processing and export facility in Warracknabe…
Talk Recruitment Limited
Position: Part-time Educator (32 hours per week) Location: Regional Victoria (remote) Salary: $55,520 AUD Start Date: ASAP $9,000 relocation incentives We are currently seeking a highly qualified and experienced Educa…
Cheetham Salt Limited
Exciting opportunity to join an Industry Leader Full-time permanent opportunity Above awards wage rates and allowances, including km-based vehicle allowance Situated at Sea Lake About Us Cheetham Salt prides itself in…
Aruma
Warracknabeal | Community Services About Us: At Aruma, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. Our mission is to defend human rights and create a world where every individual is treated with dignity and …
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Wimmera.
Wimmera's job market features approximately 15,500 positions, with a median weekly personal income of $633. The region's job-to-population ratio has a strong employment landscape, strong for those seeking career opportunities in various sectors.
There are about 8,777 households in Wimmera, with average household sizes of two. Housing types are varied, including separate houses, which dominate at over 8,000, and median rental costs are approximately $165 per week, while median mortgage payments sit at around $162.
The region has an estimated population of around 19,500 people, with a median age of 51. Approximately 56% of residents are within the working age group, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population comprises around 312 individuals.
Wimmera's business landscape comprises approximately 2,900 total businesses, with farming and forestry being the dominant sectors, representing over 1,600 enterprises. Other notable industries include retail, manufacturing, and construction, contributing to the local economic diversity.
Residents of Wimmera benefit from access to five hospitals and three regional airports, ensuring adequate health and travel services. However, there are no universities, which may encourage students to explore educational opportunities in nearby urban centres.
