Montreal Salaries & Cost of Living 2026
Population 1.8M. Salaries here are typically 5% lower than the national average for Canada.
Estimated city median
$115,520
-5% vs national
Cost of living index
62
NYC = 100
Population
1.8M
Major city
Top-paying jobs in Montreal
Estimated city-level pay = national median × 0.95 city multiplier.
Top employers in Montreal
CGIUbisoftBombardier
Frequently Asked Questions
The average salary in Montreal is approximately $115,520 per year, about 5% below the Canada national average.