Saskatoon, Canada
Salary Benchmarks · Saskatoon
Gross and net pay for tech and non-tech roles in Saskatoon, Canada. Monthly figures in CAD ($).
Derived from the city median gross salary until a role-specific benchmark is approved.
The median tech salary in Saskatoon is about $6,555/month gross (estimated from city median gross salary); most roles fall between $4,916 and $8,522. After tax that leaves roughly $4,854/month net (26.0% effective rate) in Canada.
Tech Median Salary
$6,555
gross per month
$4,854 net(26.0% tax)
Non-Tech Median Salary
$4,845
gross per month
$3,751 net(22.6% tax)
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Tech Gross | Tech Net | Non-Tech Gross | Non-Tech Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | $4,916 | $3,795(22.8%) | $3,634 | $2,903(20.1%) |
| Median (50th) | $6,555 | $4,854(26.0%) | $4,845 | $3,751(22.6%) |
| 75th percentile | $8,522 | $6,229(26.9%) | $6,299 | $4,684(25.6%) |
Net numbers account for income tax and social contributions. Calculated for a single filer with standard deductions.
What we're assuming for Canada
- -Federal tax: Progressive 15-33%
- -Provincial tax varies: 5% (AB) to 25.75% (QC)
- -Basic Personal Amount: $16,129 (federal)
- -CPP: 5.95% on earnings $3,500-$71,300
- -EI: 1.63% on earnings up to $65,500
- -2025 tax year rates
- -Single person, no dependents
- -Standard deductions only
- -Does not include employer contributions
Where a median tech salary actually goes in Saskatoon
Neighborhoods where a 1BR costs less than 35% of net income ($4,854/mo net).
Residential District
22 min transit|Safety: 4/5
$1,140 - $1,42026% of net
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University Quarter
15 min transit|Safety: 4/5
$1,340 - $1,67031% of net
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Questions people actually ask
What is the average tech salary in Saskatoon?
The median (50th percentile) tech salary in Saskatoon is $6,555 gross per month (estimated from city median gross salary). The 25th percentile is $4,916 and the 75th percentile is $8,522.
How much tax do I pay in Canada?
On a median tech salary of $6,555/month in Saskatoon (estimated from city median gross salary), the effective tax rate is approximately 26.0%, leaving $4,854 net per month. Rates vary based on income level and personal circumstances.
What is the non-tech salary in Saskatoon?
Non-tech median salary in Saskatoon is $4,845 gross per month (estimated from city median gross salary). After tax, that is approximately $3,751 net per month.
Can I afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Saskatoon on a tech salary?
1-bedroom rents in Saskatoon range from $1,140 to $2,000. On a median tech net salary of $4,854 (estimated from city median gross salary), 2 neighborhoods are affordable (rent under 35% of net income).
How does Saskatoon compare to other cities in Canada?
Saskatoon has a median tech salary of $6,555 (estimated from city median gross salary). Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Canada for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.