Data Scientist salary in Canada

Data Scientist roles in Canada span technology teams from startups to enterprise employers. Below are junior, mid, and senior gross salary bands for Data Scientist positions—each links to a dedicated page with tax and FAQ detail.

Figures use Toolminator's static salary model (ranges for comparison, not job listings). Methodology & limitations.

Role benchmark (model)

Data Scientist sits in our Technology category. The US reference midpoint for mid-level gross pay is about $130,000 before country and seniority adjustments.Canada pages apply cost-of-living, FX, and level multipliers on top of that anchor.

  • Demand signal

    high

  • Pay trend

    rising

  • Model multiplier

    1.12×

Hiring demand and pay growth are modeled as above average for this role family.

Not a live job board or employer survey. See methodology & limitations.

Directional trend (estimated model)

Growth-leaning

Data Scientist

PressuredStableGrowth

Our static model weights this role family with above-average demand and pay momentum—useful for negotiation prep, not a hiring forecast.

Directional only—not historic BLS/payroll data or a prediction of future offers. Derived from role demand multipliers and growth tags in our static catalog.

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Junior vs mid vs senior

LevelRange (local)Approx. USD
JuniorCA$118,906CA$141,876$84,872 – $101,268Compare
Mid-levelCA$168,900CA$210,187$120,557 – $150,026Compare
SeniorCA$238,262CA$305,597$170,066 – $218,128Compare

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Data Scientist make in Canada?
A mid-level Data Scientist (3–6 years experience) in Canada typically earns CA$168,900 to CA$210,187 gross per year, with a midpoint near CA$189,544, according to our 2026 model.
What is the average Data Scientist salary in Canada for mid-level roles?
Our 2026 model shows a typical range of CA$168,900 to CA$210,187, with a midpoint near CA$189,544 gross per year before tax. Actual offers vary by city, employer, and skills.
What salary range should a Data Scientist with 3–6 years experience expect?
Our model puts 3–6 years experience (mid-level level) at CA$168,900 to CA$210,187 gross per year in Canada. Total compensation can run higher once bonus or equity is included at larger employers.

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