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Electrician Salary in Canada

Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in homes and businesses. The Canada median is $88,950 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$88,950
per year
Monthly (national)
$7,413
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$88,950
Winnipeg, MB
Hourly (national)
$42.77
varies by city

Electrician salary by city in Canada

CityPer year
Winnipeg, MB$88,950
Québec, QC$88,950
Halifax, NS$88,950
Victoria, BC$88,950
Kitchener, ON$88,950
Burnaby, BC$88,950
Longueuil, QC$88,950
Regina, SK$88,950
Toronto, ON$68,689
Ottawa, ON$62,759
Edmonton, AB$57,324
Montreal, QC$55,559

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a electrician make in Canada?
The national median electrician salary in Canada is about $126,000 per year ($10,500 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $78,700 to $126,000.
Which Canada city pays electricians the most?
Winnipeg, MB pays the most at about $126,000 per year.
Which Canada city pays electricians the least?
Among cities we cover, Montreal, QC is on the lower end at about $78,700 per year for a electrician.
What is the typical salary range for a electrician in Canada?
Across Canada cities we cover, electrician pay commonly spans from about $55,600 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $174,500 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Canada cities have electrician salary data?
Pay by Role publishes electrician pay for 12 cities in Canada, all shown in CAD.
Is electrician in demand in Canada?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +11% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Plumber, Carpenter, Chef.