▼10%
C$50,081
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$39k
MEDIAN
CA$50k
90%
CA$64k
The average salary for a Department Manager, Retail Store is C$50,081 in 2025
Base Salary
C$39k - C$64k
Bonus
C$950 - C$4k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$3k
Total Pay
C$33k - C$62k
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Common Health Benefits for a Department Manager, Retail Store
Medical
92%
Dental
92%
Vision
75%
None
8%
Gender Breakdown for Department Manager, Retail Stores
Female
75.0%
Male
25.0%
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FAQs About Department Manager, Retail Stores
What is the highest pay for Department Manager, Retail Stores?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Department Manager, Retail Store is CA$64k / year
What is the lowest pay for Department Manager, Retail Stores?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Department Manager, Retail Store is CA$39k / year
How can Department Manager, Retail Stores increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Department Manager, Retail Store 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 Department Manager, Retail Store that oversees more junior Department Manager, Retail Stores, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.