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The Average Income Across Canada Is So Different & Some Provinces Make Way More

You could make an extra $20,000 in one spot! 🤑💰
Average Income In Canada Is So Different Depending On Your Province
Jeff Whyte | Dreamstime Janusz Pieńkowski | Dreamstime
Managing Editor, Canada

If you’ve ever wondered whether you could earn more money working somewhere else — you could be right!

The average income in Canada varies so much depending on where you live and one province makes almost $20,000 more than another.

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Statistics Canada

According to the government’s Canadian Income Survey, Albertans make the most money on average, earning a considerable $72,500 every year after tax.

Earning almost $20,000 less on average is Nova Scotians, who make approximately $53,300 annually after tax.

The rest of Canada’s provinces fall somewhere in the middle, with residents of P.E.I., Manitoba, Saskatchewan, B.C. and Ontario all earning over $60,000 annually on average.

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      Helena Hanson (she/her) is the Managing Editor of Canada for Narcity and MTL Blog, where she brings her expertise in dreamy, aspirational travel journalism to life. A first-class graduate of Cardiff University's School of Journalism, Helena has a passion for inspiring readers to discover the magic in their own backyards. Originally from the U.K., Helena has spent years uncovering hidden gems and must-see destinations across countries like Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, and more. Having lived in both Canada and Australia, she's become a seasoned expert in off-the-beaten-path adventures and bucket-list experiences that don't break the bank. Whether she's writing about things to do in Ottawa, Montreal, or her favourite spot—Disney World—Helena hopes to leave readers dreaming of their next adventure.

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