▼12%
C$78,220
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$52k
MEDIAN
CA$78k
90%
CA$101k
The average salary for a Compensation Specialist is C$78,220 in 2025
Base Salary
C$52k - C$101k
Bonus
C$2k - C$5k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$1k
Total Pay
C$54k - C$101k
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Common Health Benefits for a Compensation Specialist
Medical
95%
Dental
95%
Vision
86%
None
5%
Gender Breakdown for Compensation Specialists
Female
71.4%
Male
28.6%
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FAQs About Compensation Specialists
What is the highest pay for Compensation Specialists?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Compensation Specialist is CA$101k / year
What is the lowest pay for Compensation Specialists?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Compensation Specialist is CA$52k / year
How can Compensation Specialists increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Compensation Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Compensation Specialist that oversees more junior Compensation Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.