Self-Employed Tax in Saskatchewan (2025 & 2026)
A self-employed person in Saskatchewan with $50,000 of net business income in 2025 owes about $12,265 in income tax and CPP — $1,022 a month to set aside. Sales tax: 5% GST + 6% PST.
What to set aside — quick estimate
Estimated tax for 2025 (filed in spring 2026)
| Net business income | Federal | Saskatchewan | CPP | Total | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,554 | $772 | $3,154 | $5,480 | $457 |
| $50,000 | $4,109 | $2,622 | $5,534 | $12,265 | $1,022 |
| $75,000 | $8,080 | $5,281 | $8,364 | $21,725 | $1,810 |
| $100,000 | $13,104 | $8,344 | $8,860 | $30,308 | $2,526 |
Estimated tax for 2026
| Net business income | Federal | Saskatchewan | CPP | Total | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,455 | $679 | $3,154 | $5,288 | $441 |
| $50,000 | $3,922 | $2,529 | $5,534 | $11,985 | $999 |
| $75,000 | $7,755 | $5,153 | $8,493 | $21,401 | $1,783 |
| $100,000 | $12,716 | $8,178 | $9,293 | $30,187 | $2,516 |
Sales tax and rules in Saskatchewan
In Saskatchewan you charge 5% GST after $30,000 and 6% PST on taxable goods and many services. Check the Saskatchewan PST rules for when your business must register.
Saskatchewan tax brackets for 2026
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $54,532 | 10.50% |
| $54,532 – $155,805 | 12.50% |
| $155,805 – and up | 14.50% |
Applied on top of the federal brackets (14% on the first $58,523 in 2026).
Self-employed guides by profession
- Freelance web developers
- Graphic designers
- Independent consultants
- Independent contractors and trades
- Uber and ride-share drivers
- Delivery drivers (DoorDash, Skip, Instacart)
- Real estate agents
- Content creators and TikTok creators
- Etsy and online sellers
- Virtual assistants
- Tutors and coaches
- Cleaners and home services
- Canadian digital nomads
Questions
How much tax does a self-employed person pay in Saskatchewan?
With $50,000 of net business income in 2025, about $12,265 in federal and Saskatchewan income tax plus CPP, an effective rate of 24.5%. Use the calculator above for your own numbers.
Do I charge PST in Saskatchewan?
Many goods and services are taxable at 6%. Register with Saskatchewan Finance if your sales are taxable.
Where is Saskatchewan income tax calculated?
On form SK428 with your federal return.
Is CPP included in the Saskatchewan estimates?
Yes. Self-employed people pay both halves of CPP; the estimates include it and apply the deductible half.