Software Engineer salary in Vancouver

Canada · Tier 1 · Demand: Very High

Entry-level
$106k
per year (USD)
Median
$141k
per year (USD)
Senior
$197k
per year (USD)

About Software Engineer salaries in Vancouver

Software Engineers in Vancouver, Canada earn a median of approximately $141k per year. Compensation reflects local cost of living (index 101 vs NYC 100) and the city's Tier 1 status. Demand is rated very high across multinational and local employers.

Take-home estimate

Applying Canada's top marginal rate of 33%, a median earner takes home roughly $94k annually — though most professionals fall into a lower effective bracket.

Hiring landscape

Multinational firms and local employers in Vancouver actively recruit software engineers. Set up alerts on CosmoQuick to receive curated opportunities matched to your seniority and target city.

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FAQs

What is the salary of a Software Engineer in Vancouver?+

The median salary for a Software Engineer in Vancouver is approximately $141k per year (~$11,750/month).

Is Vancouver a good city to work as a Software Engineer?+

Vancouver offers very high demand for software engineers. Tier-1 cities in Canada typically combine strong compensation with diverse employer choice.

How much can a senior Software Engineer earn in Vancouver?+

Senior software engineers in Vancouver earn up to $197k annually.

Is the salary enough to live comfortably in Vancouver?+

Estimated monthly cost of living in Vancouver is around $3,838. A median software engineer salary covers this comfortably.

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