Income tax in Canada (2026)

In 2026, income tax in Canada runs from 19.1% to 53.5%. On a CA$90,000 salary you take home CA$67,197 a year, CA$5,600 a month.

Income tax rates

Top rate
53.5%
Lowest rate
19.1%
Tax-free allowance
None
VAT
5%
Capital gains
27.4%
The 2026 bands, in Canadian Dollar
Income-tax bands of Canada, 2026, in Canadian Dollar
Taxable income (after allowance)Rate
CA$0 to CA$58,52314%
CA$58,523 to CA$117,04520.5%
CA$117,045 to CA$181,44026%
CA$181,440 to CA$258,48229%
over CA$258,48233%

These are the national bands. The top rate of 53.5% also counts surcharges and regional or local income taxes.

Take-home pay by salary

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Cost of living in Canada

Frequently asked questions

What are the income tax rates in Canada?

Income tax in Canada runs from 19.1% to 53.5%, in 5 bands.

Is there a tax-free allowance in Canada?

No — Canada has no general tax-free allowance.

What is the take-home pay on CA$90,000 in Canada?

On CA$90,000 in Canada you take home CA$67,197 a year — CA$5,600 a month.

2026 rules checked against canada.ca. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details

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