Employment statistics

The size of Moorabool Shire's labour force in the last census in 2006 was 5,584 people. The total resident labour force remained relatively stable in its share of the population between 1996 and 2006. Although the labour force was stable, there was an increase in the percentage of part-time workers, which is in line with the greater casualisation of employment.

Moorabool has a relatively low unemployment rate of 5.3%, compared to the Victorian average 4.6% (2006). It's employment rate is expected to drop below 5% during 2010.

Employment status (persons aged 15 years and over) 

Residential location of workers in Moorabool Shire

Where do residents work? Employment location of residents

Where do residents work? Top 10 employment locations for Moorabool Shire's residents