Results
5.8% employment growth, diverse industries, competitive salaries
Employment in the Riverina Murray area grew by 5.8% over the past year, significantly outperforming the broader New South Wales growth rate. With over 84,000 people now employed across the region, the area offers a robust job market with a healthy balance of full-time and flexible part-time opportunities.

Beyond agriculture: The new economy
While the Riverina Murray region was traditionally known as an agricultural powerhouse, the area's economy has evolved into a sophisticated hub for innovation and high-tech industries. Today, the region is a recognised centre for Healthcare, Construction, and Renewable Energy. Significant public and private investment continues to transform towns like Wagga Wagga and Albury into professional services hubs, reducing the region's reliance on seasonal industry.
The professional opportunity
The Riverina Murray area offers something unique in Australia’s employment landscape: metropolitan-level career opportunities without the metropolitan pressures. Professionals across the region are highly valued and often find themselves fast-tracked into leadership roles within organisations that prioritise collaboration, flexibility, and sustainable growth.

Competitive edge
Career momentum accelerates throughout the Riverina Murray area. Local employers compete for top talent by offering accelerated responsibilities, flexible work models, and competitive remuneration. Because the cost of living remains lower than in Sydney or Melbourne, a professional salary in the region provides significantly higher discretionary income and a better quality of life.
The Riverina Murray network effect
Professional relationships in the Riverina Murray region go beyond the office. Industry connections are often made over coffee at local cafés, during community events, and through highly collaborative business networks. In 2026, median full-time annual earnings in the area typically range from $75,000 to $95,000, with specialized roles in health, engineering, and ag-tech commanding even higher premiums.






