Queensland small business profile and impact

There are more than 495,000 small businesses in Queensland as of 30 June 2024, representing 97.1%1 of all businesses in the state.

The top 5 industries with the largest number of small businesses in Queensland as of 30 June 2024 were:

  • 16.7% – Construction
  • 12.1% – Professional, scientific and technical services
  • 11.6% – Rental, hiring and real estate services
  • 8% – Agriculture, forestry and fishing
  • 7.6% – Health care and social assistance

1. ABS CABEE Data, 2023-24 (December 2024).

Snapshot of small business

Owner age profile

Reference: ABS Census 2021.

Regional Vs South East Queensland

Reference: ABS Census 2021.

Economic impact

Reference: Queensland Treasury, based on ABS Australian Industry and ABS Australian National Accounts: State Accounts.

Employment impact

Reference: Queensland Treasury, based on ABS Australian Industry and ABS Australian National Accounts: State Accounts.