James Cairns
Faculty
Employer
Wilfrid Laurier UniversityProvince
OntarioYear
2024Sector
UniversitiesJob Title
FacultyCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$165,100.13
+5.9% YoY
Career Earnings
$457,841.56
3 years on record
Career High
$165,100.13
in 2025
Average Annual
$152,613.85
+21% total growth
2024 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$155,370.10
Benefits
$583.62
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $165,100.13 | +5.9% |
| 2024 | $155,953.72 | +14.0% |
| 2023 | $136,787.71 | – |
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