- Median wage
- $65,000 a year Nova Scotia
- Compared with Canada
- 4.8% higher $3,000 above the Canadian median of $62,000
- Job outlook
- Moderate 3 of 5, 2025-2027
- Job postings
- 2 on Job Bank in September 2026
Wages in Nova Scotia
| Wage | Nova Scotia | Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Low | Not stated | $32,867 |
| Lower quartile | $10,000 | $35,600 |
| Median | $65,000 | $62,000 |
| Upper quartile | $72,500 | $95,000 |
| High | Not stated | $138,000 |
| Average | $50,000 | $71,600 |
Job outlook
Moderate (3 of 5) for 2025-2027, from Job Bank’s 3-year outlook for Nova Scotia.
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions. A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements. Outlook data
2 job postings on Job Bank in September 2026.
Licence needed in Nova Scotia?
Licence required Yes. A licence, registration or certificate is required to work in this occupation in Nova Scotia.
Education and training
- TEER category
- 1
- Usual education
- A university degree is usually required.
By region in Nova Scotia
| Region | Low | Median | High | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Scotia (all regions) | Not stated | $65,000 | Not stated | Moderate (3 of 5) |
| Cape Breton | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Undetermined |
| North Shore | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Undetermined |
| Annapolis Valley | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Undetermined |
| Southern | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Undetermined |
| Halifax | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Undetermined |
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