2026 StatisticsAverage Salary in Canada
Salary statistics and benchmarks for Canada. See how your salary compares to averages by industry and experience level.
Average Gross Salary
$68,432
per year
Median Gross Salary
$46,300
per year
Average Net Salary
$52,700
per year
Median Net Salary
$39,200
per year
Average is higher than median because high earners pull the average up. Median represents the "middle" salary - half earn more, half earn less.
Salary by Experience Level
Entry Level (0-2 years)
$42,000($3,500/month)
Junior (2-5 years)
$58,000($4,833/month)
Mid-Level (5-10 years)
$78,000($6,500/month)
Senior (10-15 years)
$105,000($8,750/month)
Expert (15+ years)
$145,000($12,083/month)
Salary by Industry
1.Technology & IT
$117,5002.Finance & Insurance
$90,0003.Energy & Utilities
$105,0004.Professional Services
$86,0005.Healthcare
$90,0006.Engineering
$95,0007.Education
$78,0008.Retail & Hospitality
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Salary benchmarks are compiled from official statistics, labour-market releases, and country employment datasets. This page was last reviewed for Canada 2026 data on June 5, 2026.
Calculation notes
- Average and median salaries are gross annual estimates unless marked as net.
- Industry and experience bands are directional benchmarks, not guaranteed pay ranges.
- Figures can vary by region, company size, benefits, contract type, and bonus policy.