Workers in Ontario’s utilities industry are taking home the biggest paycheques this year, earning close to $119,000 annually.
If you’re planning a career change or simply want to earn more, Ontario delivers some attractive pay cheques in 2025. Latest data from the national statistics agency show the highest-paying sectors in the province based on median weekly earnings. These figures include bonuses, overtime and tips — not just base wages.
Utilities at the top
The top earner is the utilities industry — that includes electricity generation, natural gas and water treatment. Workers here make a median of $2,288.40 per week, which translates to nearly $119,000 a year. Wages rose strongly year-over-year and month-to-month. The hourly rate works out to about $61.24. This sector pays so well partly because the services run 24/7 and require advanced technical skills.
Professional, scientific & technical services
In second place is the sector covering law, accounting, architecture, engineering, IT and research. Median weekly wages hit $1,923.20 (about $100,000 a year). Hourly pay averages around $53.73 — well above the national level. Although long hours and higher education are common, the reward comes in six-figure earnings for many roles.
Public administration
Government jobs at municipal, provincial and federal levels rank third. Median weekly earnings sit at $1,750.08 — about $91,000 a year. These jobs pay around $48.20 an hour, offering reliable income, manageable hours and strong benefits.
Natural resources
Jobs in mining, forestry and quarrying show median weekly earnings of $1,700 (roughly $88,400 a year). While this is solid pay, the sector slipped slightly from the previous month and lags the national median because of fewer oil-and-gas operations in Ontario. Many roles include shift or remote-site supplements.
Finance, insurance, real estate & leasing
This diverse sector includes banking, insurance, real estate services and leasing. It offers a median weekly wage of $1,610.80 (around $83,800 a year) and an average hourly rate of $47.58. With the booming finance scene in Toronto, high-bonus and commission-based roles drive the income.
Education and construction jobs pay too
Education jobs (from kindergarten to university) now show median weekly earnings of $1,442.16 (~$74,992 a year). The hourly rate averages $43.78, and pay rose about 7.3 % year-over-year despite seasonal dips.
Construction jobs post a median weekly wage of $1,440 (~$74,880 a year). Hourly pay runs at $38.53 and is growing due to demand for certified trades and large infrastructure projects.
Other sectors
Manufacturing workers earn a median of about $1,230.80 (~$64,000 a year) with hourly wages around $35.66.
Transportation & warehousing come in at a median weekly wage of $1,125 (~$58,500 a year) although pay dipped this year.
Healthcare & social assistance roles earn the same median weekly wage of $1,120 (~$58,240 annually) with hourly pay around $35.58, showing steady year-over-year growth.
What this tells us
Simple takeaway
If you aim to earn top dollar in Ontario, consider careers in utilities, professional services or finance. If you prefer practical work with solid pay, construction or education are good picks too.
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