$ Take-Home Pay by Profession (Canada, 2026)
Below are estimated after-tax incomes for popular Canadian professions based on typical full-time salaries. Net pay varies by province/territory, tax credits, CPP and EI, so use these as examples and enter your exact salary in the calculator above.
Registered Nurse (RN) Take-Home Pay in Canada (2026)
A registered nurse earning around $85,000 per year may take home roughly $5,000–$5,600 per month after federal and provincial tax, CPP and EI.
In higher-paying regions or with overtime (for example, total earnings of $100,000+), take-home pay can rise to around $5,800–$6,600 per month.
Estimates assume typical payroll deductions and no unusual credits. Province and benefits can change results.
Teacher Take-Home Pay in Canada (2026)
A teacher earning around $75,000 may take home approximately $4,500–$5,100 per month after tax and payroll deductions.
Experienced teachers earning $95,000 may take home around $5,400–$6,200 per month.
Electrician & Skilled Trades Take-Home Pay (Canada)
A qualified electrician or plumber often earns about $70,000–$95,000 annually.
After deductions, that can be roughly $4,300–$6,000 per month.
Tradespeople with higher overtime or specialty rates can earn more, and net pay will depend on province and deductions.
Social Worker Take-Home Pay in Canada (2026)
A social worker earning around $70,000 may take home approximately $4,200–$4,900 per month.
Senior roles earning $90,000+ may take home around $5,200–$6,000 per month, depending on province and deductions.
Other Common Jobs
- Police Officer — $100,000 gross ≈ $5,800–$6,600 take-home
- Software Developer — $110,000 gross ≈ $6,200–$7,200 take-home
- Administrative Assistant — $50,000 gross ≈ $3,200–$3,700 take-home
- Retail Manager — $65,000 gross ≈ $4,000–$4,700 take-home
These are rough estimates for 2026 and will vary based on province/territory, credits, benefits, pension contributions, and payroll settings.
FAQs about Canada Take-Home Pay
What is take-home pay?
Your take-home pay is the amount you receive after deductions such as federal and provincial/territorial income tax, CPP contributions and EI premiums, plus any employer deductions (for example pension contributions or benefits).
How accurate is this calculator?
This calculator provides a practical estimate for most common employee situations in Canada. Your exact results depend on your province/territory, tax credits, benefits, and employer payroll settings.
Can it calculate weekly or monthly net pay?
Yes. Once calculated, the results show annual, monthly, weekly, and daily take-home pay figures.