Yukon tax brackets 2026
Yukon has 5 provincial tax brackets in 2026, from 6.4% to 15%. The provincial basic personal amount is $16,452.
| Provincial rate | Taxable income |
|---|---|
| 6.4% | $0 – $58,523 |
| 9% | $58,523 – $117,045 |
| 10.9% | $117,045 – $181,440 |
| 12.8% | $181,440 – $500,000 |
| 15% | $500,000 and up |
Living and working in Yukon
Yukon's tax brackets follow the federal thresholds, with territorial rates from 6.4% to 15%. The basic personal amount is the same as the federal one.
- There is no territorial sales tax.
- Residents can claim the northern residents deduction.
Largest cities: Whitehorse, Dawson City.
Take-home pay in Yukon by salary
| Salary | Take-home / year | Per month | Bi-weekly | Deductions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $25,898 | $2,158 | $996 | 13.7% |
| $40,000 | $33,255 | $2,771 | $1,279 | 16.9% |
| $50,000 | $40,611 | $3,384 | $1,562 | 18.8% |
| $60,000 | $47,885 | $3,990 | $1,842 | 20.2% |
| $70,000 | $54,355 | $4,530 | $2,091 | 22.4% |
| $80,000 | $61,039 | $5,087 | $2,348 | 23.7% |
| $100,000 | $74,998 | $6,250 | $2,885 | 25.0% |
| $120,000 | $88,963 | $7,414 | $3,422 | 25.9% |
| $150,000 | $107,893 | $8,991 | $4,150 | 28.1% |
| $200,000 | $138,537 | $11,545 | $5,328 | 30.7% |
Where your money goes
- Take-home pay$47,88579.8%
- Federal income tax$5,3388.9%
- Yukon income tax$2,4374.1%
- CPP contributions$3,3625.6%
- Employment Insurance$9781.6%
- Federal income tax ($5,338). Federal brackets apply to $59,435 of taxable income, minus non-refundable credits such as the basic personal amount.
- Yukon income tax ($2,437). Each province has its own brackets and credits.
- CPP contributions ($3,362). Builds your public pension; your employer pays the same amount on top.
- Employment Insurance ($978). Premiums that fund regular and special EI benefits, capped each year.
Take-home pay in every province and territory
Provincial taxes make a real difference. On $60,000, take-home pay ranges from $44,726 in Nova Scotia to $48,773 in Nunavut.
How RRSP contributions change your pay
Contributions to an RRSP or registered pension plan are deducted from taxable income, so part of your saving is paid by tax refunds.
| Contribution | Saved per year | Take-home pay | Per month | Tax saved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| None | $0 | $47,885 | $3,990 | — |
| 3% | $1,800 | $46,535 | $3,878 | $450 |
| 5% | $3,000 | $45,580 | $3,798 | $695 |
| 8% | $4,800 | $44,147 | $3,679 | $1,062 |
| 10% | $6,000 | $43,192 | $3,599 | $1,307 |
What this salary buys you
The 50/30/20 rule splits your monthly take-home pay of $3,990 into three buckets.
- Using the 30% rule, a comfortable rent is up to $1,500 per month.
- This salary is 1.6 times the Yukon minimum wage of $18.51 an hour.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Yukon tax brackets for 2026?
Yukon provincial rates range from 6.4% to 15%, on top of federal tax.
How much is $60,000 after tax in Yukon?
About $47,885 a year, or $3,990 per month.
What is the minimum wage in Yukon?
About $18.51 per hour.
What deductions come off a paycheque in Yukon?
Federal and provincial income tax, CPP and EI, plus any pension or benefit deductions.
Figures use CRA and Revenu Québec 2026 federal and provincial brackets, basic personal amounts, CPP/QPP, EI and QPIP rates for an employee. Read our methodology. Last updated September 25, 2026. Estimates for information only, not tax advice.