# Jobs & Industry — 4423, QLD

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

Area: 4423, QLD (Postcode)

Fewer adults are working or looking for work in postcode 4423 than in 2016, though employment remains strong. This area is dominated by the agricultural sector, with 71.7% of the workforce tied to the land and an unusually high proportion of managers.

The area has a remarkably low unemployment rate of 0.0%, which is well below the national figure of 5.1%. While 70.2% of adults are working or looking for work, this is a 10 point drop since 2016.

Agriculture, forestry and fishing is the primary employer here, accounting for 71.7% of all jobs. Other common industries include education and training at 8.5% and health care and social assistance at 3.8%.

Managerial roles are very common, making up 59.4% of all occupations. Labourers account for 13.2% of the workforce, followed by professionals at 12.3%.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | — |
| Labour-force participation | 70.2% | — |
| Employed full-time | 74.5% | — |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 71.7%, Education & training 8.5%, Health care & social assistance 3.8%, Transport & warehousing 2.8%, Professional & technical 2.8%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 59.4%, Labourers 13.2%, Professionals 12.3%, Clerical & administrative 8.5%, Community & personal service 7.5%, Machinery operators & drivers 4.7%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA4423/4423-qld/topic/employment