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Salary Intelligence
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in Canada — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2023 data).
What is a good salary in Canada?
In Canada, the national median salary is about $43,333 gross (~$34,255 after tax, 2023 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$36,676 to ~$156,506 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to Canada's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
National median (2023)
$43,333 gross · $34,255 after tax · $35,803 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $206,644 | $156,506 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $178,662 | $136,639 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $158,328 | $122,202 |
| AI Engineer | $152,424 | $117,936 |
| Engineering Manager | $147,193 | $114,065 |
| Dentist | $130,667 | $101,836 |
| Data Engineer | $119,324 | $93,442 |
| Product Manager | $119,040 | $93,232 |
| Software Engineer | $118,590 | $92,899 |
| Cloud Engineer | $114,418 | $89,811 |
| DevOps Engineer | $114,076 | $89,558 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $107,910 | $84,785 |
| Pharmacist | $103,765 | $81,490 |
| Management Consultant | $103,014 | $80,893 |
| Data Scientist | $98,799 | $77,542 |
| Sales Manager | $89,040 | $69,783 |
| General Manager | $84,455 | $66,138 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $82,824 | $64,842 |
| Marketing Manager | $80,946 | $63,349 |
| Project Manager | $80,946 | $63,349 |
| Civil Engineer | $80,072 | $62,654 |
| UX Designer | $79,484 | $62,186 |
| Operations Manager | $75,347 | $58,898 |
| Business Analyst | $73,341 | $57,303 |
| Physiotherapist | $71,727 | $56,020 |
| Remote Freelancer | $71,325 | $55,700 |
| Finance Analyst | $70,655 | $55,167 |
| HR Manager | $70,401 | $54,965 |
| University Lecturer | $66,149 | $51,725 |
| Content Writer | $62,434 | $48,993 |
| Accountant | $55,138 | $43,586 |
| Hospitality Manager | $52,552 | $41,542 |
| Graphic Designer | $51,288 | $40,543 |
| Nurse | $49,430 | $39,074 |
| Teacher | $48,056 | $37,989 |
| Chef | $46,713 | $36,927 |
| Plumber | $46,686 | $36,905 |
| Electrician | $46,396 | $36,676 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ Canada's national median gross. Tap a role for the full country-by-country ranking. Regulated professions (medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, teaching) require local credential recognition before you can practise.
Canada salary estimates · Source: Canada national median wage (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2023) + WhereNext tax engine · Last verified Jun 22, 2026 (today)
Modelled estimate, not survey data. Each profession figure is the country's national median wage scaled by the role's skill premium — a directional model, not a per-role salary survey. It is for a mid-level professional and varies widely by employer, seniority, bonus, equity, contract type and tax regime. Net is modelled via WhereNext's tax engine and is not tax or employment advice — verify with an employer or qualified advisor before making decisions.
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The national median is about $43,333 gross (~$34,255 after tax) for 2023. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $109,554 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in Canada is estimated for cto / technology director, doctor (physician), senior software engineer. These are directional estimates — actual pay varies by employer, seniority and sector.
Yes. Net figures are computed with WhereNext's tax engine using Canada's domestic resident income tax brackets and social contributions — not expat regimes. Verify your own situation with a qualified advisor.
The national median is primary-sourced (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2023 data). Per-profession figures are a model — the national median × the role's skill premium, not a per-role salary survey — so treat them as a planning guide, not a quote.