Manitoba vs 
Alberta
Side-by-side wage comparison within Canada.
Manitoba
Minimum Wage
C$16 /hr
$11.57 USD
-12% vs Canada national rate
Avg. gross salary
C$4,200 /mo
Median household income
C$71,000 /yr
Alberta
Minimum Wage
C$15 /hr
$10.85 USD
-17% vs Canada national rate
Avg. gross salary
C$5,200 /mo
Median household income
C$96,000 /yr
Manitoba sets its minimum wage 7% higher than Alberta, at C$16 per hour. Average gross salaries are 19% lower in Manitoba at C$4,200/mo. Median household income is 26% lower in Manitoba. Manitoba's economy centers on agriculture and manufacturing, while Alberta is driven by oil and gas and agriculture.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Manitoba | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage /hr | C$16 $11.57 | C$15 $10.85 |
| Minimum wage /mo | C$2,773.28 /mo $2,005.26 | C$2,599.95 /mo $1,879.93 |
| Minimum wage /yr | C$33,280 /yr $24,063.63 | C$31,200 /yr $22,559.65 |
| Avg. gross salary /mo | C$4,200 /mo $3,036.88 | C$5,200 /mo $3,759.94 |
| Median household income /yr | C$71,000 /yr $51,337.67 | C$96,000 /yr $69,414.32 |
| Median individual income /yr | C$36,000 /yr $26,030.37 | C$48,000 /yr $34,707.16 |
Percentage differences compare Manitoba to Alberta.
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Yukon Frequently Asked Questions
How does the minimum wage in Manitoba compare to Alberta?
Manitoba: C$16/hr ($11.57 USD). Alberta: C$15/hr ($10.85 USD).
What is the average salary in Manitoba vs Alberta?
Manitoba: C$4,200/mo. Alberta: C$5,200/mo.