Top 10 Highest Paying Hourly Jobs in Yukon by Industry (2024)

Yukon, renowned for its rich natural resources and scenic beauty, is also home to competitive wages across several industries in 2024. This year’s data reveals the top-paying industries where skilled workers can earn the highest hourly rates in the territory. Whether in construction, healthcare, or professional services, Yukon offers lucrative opportunities for a range of careers.

Highest Paying Industries in Yukon by Hourly Wage (2024)

• Residential Building Construction — $35.78/hour
  The housing sector in Yukon contributes to high wages for residential construction workers.
• Specialty Trade Contractors — $40.93/hour
  The highest-paying industry in Yukon, reflecting the demand for skilled tradespeople in construction-related sectors.
• Goods Producing Industries — $40.42/hour
  Industries involved in manufacturing and resource production maintain a strong wage presence, driven by Yukon’s resource-rich economy.
• Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services — $37.72/hour
  High demand for specialized knowledge in engineering, consulting, and science fields pushes wages in this sector.
• Health Care and Social Assistance — $36.17/hour
  Healthcare professionals continue to be essential and well-compensated in the territory.

Highest Hourly Wages by Industry in Yukon (2024)

Rank	Industry	Average hourly pay in 2024
1	Specialty trade contractors	$40.93
2	Goods producing industries 7	$40.42
3	Professional, scientific and technical services	$37.72
4	Health care and social assistance	$36.17
5	Residential building construction	$35.78
6	Industrial aggregate excluding unclassified businesses 5 6	$33.41
7	Transportation and warehousing	$32.55
8	Service producing industries 11	$31.80
9	Motor vehicle and parts dealers	$30.04
10	Trade 12	$25.59
11	Accommodation and food services	$20.67
12	Food services and drinking places	$19.29

FAQ

1. What is the highest paying industry in Yukon in 2024?
The highest paying industry in Yukon is Specialty Trade Contractors, with an average hourly wage of $40.93.

2. Which sectors offer strong wages apart from trades in Yukon?
Professional, scientific, and technical services offer competitive wages at $37.72/hour, along with healthcare at $36.17/hour.

3. How does the food services sector compare in Yukon?
While essential, the Food Services and Drinking Places sector offers the lowest average hourly pay at $19.29/hour.

Source:

Statistics Canada. Table 14-10-0206-01  Average hourly earnings for employees paid by the hour, by industry, annual