Sara Howdle
Mcmaster University/Research Associate (I)
At a Glance
2025
Latest Salary
$124,4462025
Total Compensation
$124,790Incl. $345 benefits
Employer Rank
#1,366Mcmaster University
Years on List
32023–2025
Salary History
Full History
2023–2025
| Year | Employer | Position | Salary | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | McMaster University | Research Associate (I) | $124,446 | $345 | $124,790 |
| 2024 | McMaster University | Research Associate (I) | $104,973 | $345 | $105,318 |
| 2023 | McMaster University | — | $100,091 | $331 | $100,421 |
Take-Home Pay
(After Tax) · 2025 estimate
Of the $124,446 Sara Howdle earned in 2025, roughly $89,408 would remain after income tax, CPP and EI, an effective rate of about 23.7%. On total compensation of $124,790, Sara Howdle ranked #1,366 of 1,966 disclosed at Mcmaster University that year, where the median salary was $150,713. This estimate leaves out pension contributions; members of OMERS, OTPP, HOOPP or OPTrust typically take home another 7–10% less.
- Estimated net pay
- ~$89,408
- Effective income-tax rate (excl. CPP/EI)
- ~23.7%
- CPP + EI contributions
- ~$5,507
- vs. 2025 Research Associate I median
- +14%
Where does $124,446 rank on the Sunshine List? →
Estimate only: 2025 federal and Ontario rates, basic personal amounts, Canada employment amount and CPP/EI credits; single, employment income only, salary treated as full-year income. Ignores pension contributions (OMERS, HOOPP, OTPP, OPTrust and similar plans lower actual take-home), union dues, RRSPs and benefits.