# Jobs & Industry — 2611 crosses ACT/NSW

Work across the area — who is in the labour force, in which industries and jobs.

Area: 2611 crosses ACT/NSW (Postcode)

A high level of employment defines daily life in postcode 2611, where 68.9% of adults are working or looking for work. This is far above the New South Wales figure. Most of these residents hold secure, full-time roles, contributing to a workforce that is much more active than in most other areas.

Full-time employment is very common here at 66.9%, which is well above the national figure of 58.9%. This strong engagement is reflected in the unemployment rate, which at 3.4% is lower than most other areas.

Public administration and safety is the dominant employer, making up 30.7% of jobs. Health care and social assistance follow at 13.6%, while professional and technical roles account for 11.4% of the workforce.

Professionals make up the largest group of workers at 35.2%, followed by managers at 19.2%. Clerical and administrative staff account for 13.8% of the local jobs.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | +12.3% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 68.9% | +4.3% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 66.9% | +4.6% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Public administration & safety 30.7%, Health care & social assistance 13.6%, Professional & technical 11.4%, Education & training 9.4%, Construction 6.3%, Retail trade 5.4%, Accommodation & food 5.1%, Other services 2.6%, Administrative & support 2.4%, Arts & recreation 1.8%, Transport & warehousing 1.7%, Manufacturing 1.6%, Finance & insurance 1.6%, Media & telecommunications 1.4%, Rental & real estate 1.4%, Wholesale trade 0.8%, Electricity, gas & water 0.8%, Agriculture, forestry & fishing 0.4%, Mining 0.1%

**Occupations people work in** — Professionals 35.2%, Managers 19.2%, Clerical & administrative 13.8%, Community & personal service 9.8%, Technicians & trades 8.9%, Sales workers 5.2%, Labourers 3.8%, Machinery operators & drivers 2.0%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA2611/2611-crosses-act-nsw/topic/employment