Quebec vs 
Alberta
Side-by-side wage comparison within Canada.
Quebec
Minimum Wage
C$16.60 /hr
$11.66 USD
-8% vs Canada national rate
Avg. gross salary
C$4,600 /mo
Median household income
C$72,000 /yr
Alberta
Minimum Wage
C$15 /hr
$10.53 USD
-17% vs Canada national rate
Avg. gross salary
C$5,200 /mo
Median household income
C$96,000 /yr
Quebec sets its minimum wage 11% higher than Alberta, at C$16.60 per hour. Average gross salaries are 12% lower in Quebec at C$4,600/mo. Median household income is 25% lower in Quebec. Quebec's economy centers on aerospace and hydroelectricity, while Alberta is driven by oil and gas and agriculture.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Quebec | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage /hr | C$16.60 $11.66 | C$15 $10.53 |
| Minimum wage /mo | C$2,877.28 /mo $2,020.56 | C$2,599.95 /mo $1,825.81 |
| Minimum wage /yr | C$34,528 /yr $24,247.19 | C$31,200 /yr $21,910.11 |
| Avg. gross salary /mo | C$4,600 /mo $3,230.34 | C$5,200 /mo $3,651.69 |
| Median household income /yr | C$72,000 /yr $50,561.80 | C$96,000 /yr $67,415.73 |
| Median individual income /yr | C$37,000 /yr $25,983.15 | C$48,000 /yr $33,707.87 |
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Yukon Frequently Asked Questions
How does the minimum wage in Quebec compare to Alberta?
Quebec: C$16.60/hr ($11.66 USD). Alberta: C$15/hr ($10.53 USD).
What is the average salary in Quebec vs Alberta?
Quebec: C$4,600/mo. Alberta: C$5,200/mo.