Accountant salary in Canada
Based on 196 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median accountant pay is $75,754 a year. The middle half of postings pay between $65,000 and $83,990.
Lower 25%$65,000
Median$75,754
Upper 25%$83,990
Pay figures are taken from employer postings that list pay. They are not estimates. Updated November 6, 2026.
By province
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | $65,000 | $75,005 | $83,990 | 107 |
| British Columbia | $60,008 | $77,002 | $82,493 | 69 |
| Alberta | $76,872 | $84,999 | $90,002 | 8 |
By city
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto, ON | $70,621 | $79,997 | $85,010 | 38 |
| Vancouver, BC | $70,751 | $78,499 | $84,500 | 27 |
| Mississauga, ON | $79,997 | $79,997 | $80,746 | 7 |
| Markham, ON | $79,997 | $79,997 | $102,502 | 5 |
Common questions
How much does a accountant make in Canada?
Based on 196 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median accountant pay is $75,754 a year. The middle half of postings pay between $65,000 and $83,990.
Where do accountants earn the most?
Among provinces with enough data, Alberta has the highest median advertised pay at $84,999 a year.