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Saskatchewan Income Tax Rates 2026 | Tax Brackets Guide

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Saskatchewan has the second lowest top combined tax rate in Canada at 47.50% — even edging out Alberta’s 48.00%. With only three simple brackets (10.5%, 12.5%, and 14.5%), housing prices a fraction of Toronto or Vancouver, and a Graduate Retention Program that returns up to $20,000 in tuition to grads who stay in-province, Saskatchewan is one of the most tax-friendly provinces for high earners and young professionals alike. The 6% PST is the second lowest provincial sales tax in the country.

Saskatchewan Tax Brackets 2026

Provincial Tax Rates

Taxable IncomeSaskatchewan Rate
Up to $52,05710.5%
$52,057 - $148,73412.5%
Over $148,73414.5%

Combined Federal + Saskatchewan Rates

Taxable IncomeCombined Rate
Up to $52,05725.50%
$52,057 - $55,86727.50%
$55,867 - $111,73333.00%
$111,733 - $148,73438.50%
$148,734 - $173,20540.50%
$173,205 - $246,75243.50%
Over $246,75247.50%

Saskatchewan Tax Advantage

Second Lowest Top Rate

ProvinceTop Combined Rate
Alberta48.00%
Saskatchewan47.50%
Manitoba50.40%
Ontario53.53%
BC53.50%

Tax Savings vs Ontario

IncomeSK TaxON TaxSavings
$100,000~$23,800~$24,900$1,100
$150,000~$40,100~$45,400$5,300
$200,000~$58,100~$70,100$12,000

Saskatchewan Tax Credits

Non-Refundable Credits

Credit2026 Amount
Basic personal amount~$18,491
Spouse amount~$18,491
Age amount (65+)~$5,762
Pension income~$1,000
Disability~$12,299

Saskatchewan-Specific Credits

CreditDetails
Low-Income Tax CreditFor lower earners
Graduate Retention ProgramTuition rebate
Active Families BenefitKids activities
First-Time HomebuyersTax credit

Graduate Retention Program

Tuition Rebate Details

FeatureDetails
Maximum rebateUp to $20,000
TimeframeOver 7 years
EligibilityGrads who stay in SK
Applies toTuition paid

How It Works

YearRebate
Year 1-4$2,000/year
Year 5-7$4,000/year
Total possible$20,000

Must stay and file taxes in Saskatchewan.

Saskatchewan Low-Income Tax Credit

Credit Details

FeatureAmount
Maximum~$433 per adult
Plus~$133 per child
Income thresholdReduced above ~$35,000

Tax Calculation Example

$100,000 Income in Saskatchewan

BracketIncomeRateTax
Federal 1$55,86715%$8,380
Federal 2$44,13320.5%$9,047
SK 1$52,05710.5%$5,466
SK 2$47,94312.5%$5,993
Total~$28,886

Before credits.

Saskatchewan Sales Tax

PST Rate

CategoryRate
Most goods6%
Combined with GST11%

PST Exemptions

Exempt ItemsPST
Basic groceries0%
Prescription drugs0%
Children’s clothing0%

Comparison

ProvinceTotal Sales Tax
Saskatchewan11%
Alberta5%
Manitoba12%
Ontario13%

Saskatchewan Cost of Living

Housing Costs

CityAverage Home Price
Regina~$340,000
Saskatoon~$400,000
Toronto~$1,100,000
Calgary~$550,000

Overall Affordability

CostSaskatchewan Level
HousingVery affordable
UtilitiesAverage
FoodAverage
InsuranceCompetitive

Active Families Benefit

For Children’s Activities

FeatureDetails
Amount$150/child
ForSports, arts activities
Income-testedReduced at higher income

Who Benefits Most in SK

Strong For

SituationWhy Saskatchewan
FamiliesAffordable living
High earnersSecond lowest rate
Recent graduates$20K rebate
Resource workersIndustry jobs

Consider

FactorDetails
ClimateCold winters
Job marketResource-focused
AmenitiesSmaller cities

The Bottom Line

Saskatchewan’s 47.50% top combined rate, low PST, and affordable housing make it one of Canada’s most tax-efficient provinces — especially for earners above $150,000 who save $5,000-$12,000 compared to Ontario. The Graduate Retention Program ($20,000 tuition rebate) is a strong incentive for new grads to stay. For a full comparison, see our guide on the best provinces for taxes in Canada.

Prairie Province Comparison

Tax + Cost of Living

ProvinceTax LevelPSTHousing
AlbertaLowest0%Moderate
SaskatchewanLow6%Low
ManitobaModerate7%Low

Tax Planning in Saskatchewan

Strategies

StrategyBenefit
RRSP contributionsSave at 33-40.5%
Graduate retentionClaim if eligible
Active familiesKids activities
Low-income creditIf applicable

For New Graduates

If Staying in SKDo This
Apply for GRPBefore deadline
File SK taxesEvery year
Keep receiptsTuition paid