# Jobs & Industry — 5642, SA

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

Area: 5642, SA (Postcode)

Over half of the workforce in postcode 5642 are managers, reflecting a local economy driven by a strong agricultural sector. The area is an employment powerhouse, with 66.3% of adults working or looking for work, a figure well above the national average.

Full-time employment is very high here at 67.5%, which is far above the South Australian figure. This strength is reflected in an unemployment rate of 0.0%, which is well below the national rate and has remained stable since 2011.

Agriculture, forestry and fishing dominate the local economy, employing 63.5% of people. Other common industries include health care and social assistance at 5.6%, followed by retail trade at 4.0%.

Managers make up the largest group of workers at 53.2%. Other common roles include labourers at 13.5% and machinery operators and drivers at 10.3%.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | — |
| Labour-force participation | 66.3% | -11.8% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 67.5% | -2.9% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 63.5%, Health care & social assistance 5.6%, Retail trade 4.0%, Wholesale trade 3.2%, Transport & warehousing 3.2%, Public administration & safety 3.2%, Education & training 3.2%, Construction 2.4%, Accommodation & food 2.4%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 53.2%, Labourers 13.5%, Machinery operators & drivers 10.3%, Community & personal service 7.1%, Professionals 6.3%, Technicians & trades 6.3%, Clerical & administrative 6.3%, Sales workers 2.4%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA5642/5642-sa/topic/employment