Top Sectors by Membership
- Professional & Business Services lead the way (24.3%), think consultants, legal, web, graphic designers and more.
- Retail follows closely (20%), our town’s boutiques, bookshops, florists and storefronts.
- Food & Beverage (12.9%) covers cafes, vineyards, producers, and caterers.
- Medical & Fitness is growing fast (10%), wellness practitioners, gyms, and health services.
Other key sectors include:
- Agriculture & Accommodation (5.7% each)
- Tourism, Trades/Home Services, and Community organisations

Why It Matters
This diversity shows Carterton isn’t reliant on one industry. Instead, we’re a network of resilient, locally owned businesses, supporting each other across sectors.
Whether you’re launching a side hustle, building a tech startup, or running a third-generation farm, there’s a place for you in our business community.
Want to be part of it?
Join GoCarterton and get:
- Your business listed in our directory
- Access to events, support, and training
- A voice in shaping Carterton’s future economy