Freelance Rate Comparison by Province
Compare freelance hourly rates across Canadian provinces for 40+ specialties. Find your market rate with our interactive data.
Freelance Rate Comparison by Province
| Specialty | Low | Median ↓ | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data ScientistData & Analytics | $80/hr | $125/hr | $195/hr |
| DevOps EngineerDevelopment | $80/hr | $120/hr | $185/hr |
| Business ConsultantBusiness | $75/hr | $120/hr | $200/hr |
| Full-Stack DeveloperDevelopment | $75/hr | $110/hr | $175/hr |
| Mobile App DeveloperDevelopment | $70/hr | $105/hr | $170/hr |
| Web DeveloperDevelopment | $65/hr | $95/hr | $150/hr |
| UI/UX DesignerDesign | $60/hr | $95/hr | $150/hr |
| Digital Marketing StrategistMarketing | $60/hr | $95/hr | $155/hr |
| Project ManagerBusiness | $60/hr | $95/hr | $150/hr |
| Business Intelligence AnalystData & Analytics | $60/hr | $95/hr | $150/hr |
| Technical WriterWriting | $60/hr | $90/hr | $140/hr |
| Brand DesignerDesign | $55/hr | $85/hr | $140/hr |
| Motion DesignerDesign | $55/hr | $85/hr | $135/hr |
| SEO SpecialistMarketing | $55/hr | $85/hr | $140/hr |
| Grant WriterWriting | $55/hr | $85/hr | $135/hr |
| Data AnalystData & Analytics | $55/hr | $85/hr | $135/hr |
| Shopify DeveloperDevelopment | $50/hr | $80/hr | $130/hr |
| QA EngineerDevelopment | $55/hr | $80/hr | $120/hr |
| PhotographerDesign | $50/hr | $80/hr | $150/hr |
| PPC SpecialistMarketing | $50/hr | $80/hr | $130/hr |
| CopywriterWriting | $50/hr | $80/hr | $130/hr |
| WordPress DeveloperDevelopment | $45/hr | $70/hr | $110/hr |
| Graphic DesignerDesign | $45/hr | $70/hr | $110/hr |
| Email Marketing SpecialistMarketing | $45/hr | $70/hr | $115/hr |
| Video EditorDesign | $40/hr | $65/hr | $110/hr |
| Social Media ManagerMarketing | $40/hr | $65/hr | $110/hr |
| Content WriterWriting | $35/hr | $60/hr | $100/hr |
| TranslatorWriting | $35/hr | $55/hr | $90/hr |
| BookkeeperBusiness | $35/hr | $55/hr | $85/hr |
| Virtual AssistantBusiness | $25/hr | $40/hr | $65/hr |
Rates are estimates based on market data and may vary. Updated for 2025.
Freelance Rates Across Canada
Freelance rates in Canada vary significantly by province, specialty, and experience level. Understanding the market rate for your skills helps you price competitively while ensuring you earn a sustainable income.
Factors That Influence Freelance Rates
- Location: Rates in major cities like Toronto and Vancouver tend to be higher than in smaller markets, though remote work is narrowing this gap.
- Specialty: Technical skills like software development and data science command premium rates compared to more general skills.
- Experience: Senior freelancers with proven track records can charge 2-3x more than beginners in the same field.
- Market demand: High-demand specialties like AI/ML development and UX design see higher rates due to talent scarcity.
How to Use Rate Data
Use this rate comparison tool to benchmark your rates against the Canadian market. If you're at the lower end, consider whether you need to upskill or reposition your services. If you're at the higher end, ensure your value proposition clearly justifies your premium.
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