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Civil Engineer Salary in Canada

Civil engineers design and oversee infrastructure like roads, bridges, and water systems. The Canada median is $97,422 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$97,422
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,118
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$97,422
Winnipeg, MB
Hourly (national)
$46.84
varies by city

Civil Engineer salary by city in Canada

CityPer year
Winnipeg, MB$97,422
Québec, QC$97,422
Halifax, NS$97,422
Victoria, BC$97,422
Kitchener, ON$97,422
Burnaby, BC$97,422
Longueuil, QC$97,422
Regina, SK$97,422
Toronto, ON$74,125
Ottawa, ON$69,254
Edmonton, AB$62,830
Montreal, QC$61,559

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a civil engineer make in Canada?
The national median civil engineer salary in Canada is about $138,000 per year ($11,500 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $87,200 to $138,000.
Which Canada city pays civil engineers the most?
Winnipeg, MB pays the most at about $138,000 per year.
Which Canada city pays civil engineers the least?
Among cities we cover, Montreal, QC is on the lower end at about $87,200 per year for a civil engineer.
What is the typical salary range for a civil engineer in Canada?
Across Canada cities we cover, civil engineer pay commonly spans from about $57,900 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $191,100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Canada cities have civil engineer salary data?
Pay by Role publishes civil engineer pay for 12 cities in Canada, all shown in CAD.
Is civil engineer in demand in Canada?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +8% over the next decade. Related engineering roles on Pay by Role include Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Chemical Engineer.