There are many different career options available to people who live in the Gold Coast. There are jobs in clerical and professional services, retail, management, sales, and community services. There are also plenty of opportunities for labour and machinery operators. The region also has a thriving food and wine industry. And, of course, there are many major companies based here.
The median household income in Airlie Beach is $1,120 a week. And, about 65% of the population is employed full time, with another 20% working part-time. The unemployment rate in the area is about 5%. Meanwhile, in Brisbane, over half of residents work full-time, while only 22% are unemployed. The median household income in Brisbane is $1,235 a week, which means there are many employment opportunities available to people living in this area.