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Designer salary in Canada

How much does a Designer make in Canada?

Average base salary

$104,047

The average salary for a designer is $104,047 per year in Canada. 2.8k salaries reported, updated at October 29, 2026

Designer job openings in Canada

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Designer
PERI3.4out of 5 stars.
Burnaby, BC
$75,000–$85,000 a year
3 months ago

Highest paying companies for Designer in Canada

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Wayfair
 
$234,791per year
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Interac Corp
 
$230,500per year
AMD
 
$185,278per year
City of Calgary
 
$176,050per year
Staffmax Staffing and Recruiti...
 
$165,000per year
Graham Construction
 
$155,000per year

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Highest paying cities for Designers near Canada

  1. Bolton, ON
    $121,742 per year
  2. Edmonton, AB
    $105,550 per year
  3. Ottawa, ON
    $93,567 per year
  4. Surrey, BC
    $90,835 per year
  5. Windsor, ON
    $87,120 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Designer

The average salary for a Designer is $104,047 per year in Canada. This figure is based on 2.8k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on October 29, 2026.

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Designer salaries typically range between a low of $68,393 and a high of $158,287 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Designer include Bolton, ON at $121,742 per year, Edmonton, AB at $105,550 per year and Ottawa, ON at $93,567 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Designer include Wayfair ($234,791 per year) and Interac Corp ($230,500 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Designer salary compares to related positions:

  • Associate Designer: Average $77,465 per year
  • Senior Designer: Average $98,128 per year
  • Entry Level Designer: Average $29.26 per hour
  • Junior Designer: Average $59,339 per year

How much do similar professions as Designer get paid in Canada?

Associate Designer

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Average $77,465 per year