Alice Springs has a diverse employment landscape with approximately 31,449 jobs available across various sectors. Key industries include construction and transport, which employ a significant portion of the workforce, alongside retail and hospitality.
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Region snapshot
Population
28,601
Median age
34 yrs
Jobs in region
31,449
Median weekly rent
$370/wk
Median weekly mortgage
$415/wk
Median household income
$1,385/wk
Region size
327.71 (Sq Kms)
Largest city
Alice Springs
Infrastructure
1
Airport
1
Hospital
0
Universities
Housing
Industry mix
Population, housing, industry & infrastructure: ABS Census 2021 / regional data.
By the numbers
165 new roles this week· 311 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 Alice Springs.
Talent in Alice Springs
Candidates active in-region · aggregate only.
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Tangentyere Council
Tangentyere Council is a community controlled Public Benevolent Institution delivering human services and social enterprise activities for the benefit of Aboriginal people from the Town Camps and Central Australia. Fi…
Enable Opportunities
About us Enable Opportunities is a disability support organisation based in Alice Springs looking for someone with experience in management and case coordination who value continuity of support. We have a person-centr…
Australian Regional and Remote Community Services
About the role ARRCS are actively sourcing an experienced Kitchen Hand to join their School Nutrition Program on a part-time basis. Located in Alice Springs, NT, this role will see you set shifts of Wednesday, Thursda…
MNL Technologies
o 1 to 3 years’ experience in IT Corporate Environment o Provide break-fix Support and maintenance for all in scope Computing Hardware Desktops (e.g., desktops, laptops) o New joiner device setup and configuration and…
Drug and Alcohol Services Australia
About the RoleJoin our close-knit team at Aranda House as a Case Manager, guiding residents through recovery, building genuine relationships, and helping them build life skills and relapse prevention plans in a struct…
Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia ( NT)
About Us Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia (NT), (MIFANT), is a leading non-profit organisation providing services for children and young people at risk of developing a mental illness and people living with a men…
Living & working
A closer look at the people, housing, jobs, industry and services that shape Alice Springs.
Alice Springs boasts approximately 31,449 jobs available in various sectors, with a median weekly personal income of $1,131. This job-to-population ratio indicates a solid employment landscape relative to the regional population size, reflecting opportunities for both new and existing residents.
There are around 10,445 households in Alice Springs, with an average household size of three people. The housing types vary widely, with options ranging from separate houses to caravans, supported by a median rent of $370 and median mortgage costs of $415 per week.
The region's estimated population stands at 28,601, with a median age of 34 years and about 70% of the population being of working age. Additionally, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community comprises over 5,300 individuals, highlighting the region's cultural richness.
Alice Springs has a flourishing business landscape with nearly 2,000 total businesses across various sectors. The dominant industries include construction and transport, alongside a significant retail and hospitality sector that supports the local economy.
The region is served by one airport and a single hospital, providing essential transport and healthcare services for its residents. While there are no universities in Alice Springs, vocational institutions fulfil the educational needs of the community, ensuring residents can obtain necessary training to thrive in the job market.
