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Machinist Wages in Nova Scotia
Median hourly pay, how it has moved since 2017, and how each economic region compares. 2025 data.
Median hourly
$31.00
Low (10th pct)
$21.00
High (90th pct)
$47.12
Vs. national
3% above
Wage trend
The median wage for machinists in Nova Scotia rose from $20.00 in 2017 to $31.00 in 2025 — 55% over 8 years, before inflation. The dashed break marks the 2021 reclassification: the two segments are measured on different occupational definitions and are shown separately rather than joined.
By region within Nova Scotia
| Economic region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax | $24.45 | $32.18 | $40.74 |
| Annapolis Valley | $24.58 | $31.61 | $41.33 |
| North Shore | $25.15 | $30.65 | $36.78 |
| Southern | $24.72 | $30.36 | $37.69 |
Other trades in Nova Scotia
- Electricians
- Industrial Electricians
- Powerline Technicians
- Plumbers
- Steamfitters and Pipefitters
- Carpenters
- Welders
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Ironworkers
- Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics
- Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Automotive Service Technicians
- Concrete Finishers
- Drywall Installers
- Roofers
- Painters and Decorators
- Machining Contractors and Supervisors
- Electrical Contractors and Supervisors
- Carpentry Contractors and Supervisors
- Construction Contractors and Supervisors
- Mechanic Shop Contractors and Supervisors
- Heavy Equipment Crew Supervisors
Official classification: Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors (NOC 72100). Source: Labour Force Survey.