Hours Worked statistics show the distribution of employment hours for females and males in MidCoast Council area's employed population. It relates to the number of hours of paid employment across all jobs in the week prior to Census day.

Hours worked relates to the prevalence of particular types of jobs and particular industries. Some industries are more likely to be part-time. Australia-wide, females are more likely than males to work part-time (<35 hours per week). Males are more likely to work full time and longer hours in paid employment.

The extent to which this varies in MidCoast Council area can show key differences between sexes and changes in traditional gender roles, as well as the availability of different types of employment.

Hours Worked data should be looked at in conjunction with Employment Status and Occupation.