Yukon minimum wage 2026
The minimum wage in Yukon is $17.94 per hour (effective April 1, 2026).
Yukon adjusts its minimum wage annually on April 1 based on changes to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), ensuring it keeps pace with the cost of living.
Yukon minimum wage as an annual salary (2026)
| Period | Amount |
|---|---|
| Hourly | $17.94 |
| Daily (8 hours) | $143.52 |
| Weekly (40 hours) | $717.60 |
| Biweekly | $1,435.20 |
| Monthly | $3,109.67 |
| Annual | $37,315 |
These are gross (before-tax) amounts based on a standard 40-hour workweek. Use the Yukon hourly-to-salary calculator to see your after-tax take-home pay.
Yukon minimum wage history
| Year | Minimum Wage | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $17.94 | April 1, 2026 |
| 2025 | $17.59 | April 1, 2025 |
| 2024 | $17.59 | October 1, 2024 |
| 2023 | $16.77 | April 1, 2023 |
| 2022 | $15.70 | April 1, 2022 |
| 2021 | $15.20 | April 1, 2021 |
How Yukon compares to other provinces (2026)
| Province / Territory | Minimum Wage |
|---|---|
| Nunavut | $19.00 |
| British Columbia | $18.27 |
| Yukon | $17.94 |
| Ontario | $17.60 |
| Alberta | $15.00 |
| Saskatchewan | $15.00 |
Yukon’s minimum wage is above the national midpoint and is automatically indexed to CPI, unlike many provinces that require legislative changes.
Northern Residents Deduction
Yukon residents earning minimum wage can benefit from the Northern Residents Deduction (NRD), which allows a deduction of up to $22 per day ($8,030 per year) from taxable income. This effectively increases your after-tax income. Learn more in the Yukon tax brackets guide.
Cost of living in Yukon
While Yukon’s minimum wage is above average, the cost of living in Whitehorse and other Yukon communities is higher than in most southern Canadian cities:
- Housing — Whitehorse average home prices range from $550,000 to $600,000
- Groceries — food costs are higher due to transportation from southern suppliers
- No territorial sales tax — only 5% GST applies; see the Yukon sales tax calculator
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Yukon in 2025?
$17.59 per hour, effective April 1, 2025. Adjusted annually based on CPI.
How much is Yukon minimum wage as an annual salary?
$36,587 per year before taxes, based on a 40-hour workweek.
How does Yukon minimum wage compare to other provinces?
Above the national midpoint — higher than Ontario ($17.20) and Alberta ($15.00), lower than Nunavut ($19.00) and BC ($17.85).
Related guides
- Yukon hourly-to-salary calculator — Convert hourly wage to annual salary
- Yukon tax brackets 2026 — Territorial and federal tax rates
- Yukon sales tax calculator — Only 5% GST applies
- Yukon mortgage affordability calculator — What home can you afford in Whitehorse?
- Yukon mortgage rates 2026 — Compare current rates
- Yukon capital gains tax calculator — Tax on property and investments
- Yukon real estate commission calculator — Commission on home sales
- Income percentile calculator — See how your income compares
- Income needed to buy a home in Canada — Salary requirements by city
- BC minimum wage 2026 — Compare to BC rates
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