Economic profile
Perth city has experienced strong growth with more than $9 billion of building activity approved in the last 10 years.
Combined, the businesses within the City of Perth contribute:
- $80.1Bto the economy
- $42.1Bin net value
- $3.8Bin construction projects
- #1Foreign Direct Investment strategy, Asia-Pacific
Our biggest sectors by contribution to economic output:
- 0Finance & insurance
- 0Mining
- 0Professional, scientific & technical services
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Visitor Facts
- 205,750 people visit the city each day for work, study, services, shopping and leisure
- 34,000 people visit the Inner Perth Tourism Region each day
- 55% of visitors are international tourists
- Tourism contributes to 1.5% of our economic output and to 3.5% of jobs
- Accommodation and food contribute to 55% of spending in Perth City
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Education Sector Facts
- We have 3 Universities and 2 TAFE campuses
- Perth city has over 100 education and training businesses
- Tertiary education contributes to ~2% economic output and ~5% of jobs
- 13,800 students study in Perth CBD each day
- 20,000 students and staff at UWA each day
- 38,000 students are enrolled in education and training courses
