Saskatchewan’s resource-rich economy shapes its incomes: in 2024, average individual income was $57,800, against the national average income of $59,400. For home prices relative to income, see the Regina and Saskatoon pages and our homeownership affordability calculator.
Income data on this page is from Statistics Canada’s Canadian Income Survey (CIS). All figures are from the April 29, 2026 release (2024 reference year), the most recent available: individual income from Table 11-10-0238-01 and household/family after-tax income from Table 11-10-0190-01.
Average and median income in Saskatchewan
| Metric | Amount | vs. Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Average Individual Income (2024) | $57,800 | -$1,600 |
| Median Individual Income (2024) | $45,700 | +$1,300 |
| Median After-Tax Income, combined families & individuals (2024) | $75,500 | $0 |
Sources: Statistics Canada, Canadian Income Survey, April 29, 2026 release (2024 reference year), Tables 11-10-0238-01 (individual income: all persons 15+, including those with zero income) and 11-10-0190-01 (after-tax income).
Saskatchewan’s median individual income of $45,700 is 2.9% above the national median ($44,400), and its median after-tax income (combined families and individuals) of $75,500 is equal to the national figure ($75,500). Use our salary calculator to see your Saskatchewan after-tax take-home pay.
Household income by city in Saskatchewan
See our dedicated Regina and Saskatoon income pages for current local estimates alongside home price data — Statistics Canada does not publish after-tax household income at the city level with the same precision or regularity as provincial data.
Key industries driving Saskatchewan income
- Agriculture — Saskatchewan is Canada’s breadbasket, leading the country in wheat, canola, lentils, and other crop production. Farm operators and agricultural services provide strong incomes in rural areas.
- Potash and mining — Saskatchewan is one of the world’s largest potash producers. Mining jobs command premium wages.
- Oil and gas — The province’s oil production, particularly in the Bakken formation, supports high-paying extraction and services jobs.
- Uranium — Saskatchewan is one of the world’s largest uranium producers, with mining operations in northern Saskatchewan.
- Government and public services — Regina, as the provincial capital, has significant public sector employment.
- Construction — Growing infrastructure investment and steady housing demand support the trades sector.
Saskatchewan’s tax environment
- PST of 6%: combined with the 5% GST for 11% total
- Provincial income tax rates: from 10.5% to 14.5%, against a bottom rate of 5.05% in Ontario. At an illustrative $70,000 salary in 2026, for example, Saskatchewan provincial income tax comes to $4,973 vs $3,856 in Ontario (including the Ontario Health Premium), and at $40,000 it is $1,764 vs $1,153. Saskatchewan’s basic personal amount is $20,381, against $12,989 in Ontario.
- No health premium: unlike Ontario
Sales tax and the absence of a health premium also affect how far earnings go. Estimate your exact take-home with our income tax calculator.
How Saskatchewan compares to other provinces
| Province | Avg Individual Income (2024) | Median Individual Income (2024) | Median After-Tax Income, combined (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | $63,200 | $45,500 | $85,300 |
| Ontario | $60,800 | $43,300 | $79,500 |
| Saskatchewan | $57,800 | $45,700 | $75,500 |
| Manitoba | $52,000 | $41,600 | $72,000 |
| Canada | $59,400 | $44,400 | $75,500 |
The table above shows how Saskatchewan’s incomes compare; see the Regina and Saskatoon pages for local home prices. Use our income percentile calculator to see how your income ranks.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average salary in Saskatchewan? Saskatchewan’s average individual income (all sources, 2024) was $57,800, against the national average of $59,400, supported by oil/gas, potash mining, and agriculture.
Is Saskatchewan good for income and living costs? Compare incomes and home prices directly: Saskatchewan’s average individual income was $57,800 in 2024, against $59,400 nationally. See our Regina and Saskatoon pages for current local home prices.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Saskatchewan? Petroleum engineers and technicians, heavy equipment operators (potash mining and oil), agriculture executives, healthcare professionals, and government/Crown corporation management are among the province’s best-paid fields.
Related tools and resources
- Income Percentile Calculator — See where your income ranks in Canada
- Salary Calculator — Calculate your Saskatchewan after-tax pay
- Income Tax Calculator — Estimate your Saskatchewan income tax
- Saskatchewan Mortgage Rates — Find the best rates
- Saskatchewan Housing Market — Current home prices and trends
- Mortgage Affordability Calculator — How much home can you afford
Sources
The figures and rules on this page come from these sources, last checked against them between September 5, 2026 and September 24, 2026. How we check facts.
- Canada Revenue Agency: Current year
- Canada Revenue Agency: Line 30000 basic personal amount
- Revenu Québec: Income tax rates
- Statistics Canada: Data table
- Statistics Canada: Distribution of market, total and after-tax income of individuals, Canada, provinces…
- Statistics Canada: Data table