James Cotton
Professor
Employer
McMaster UniversityProvince
OntarioYear
2024Sector
UniversitiesJob Title
ProfessorCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$228,495.63
+5.2% YoY
Career Earnings
$696,416.61
3 years on record
Career High
$250,791.91
in 2023
Average Annual
$232,138.87
-9% total growth
2024 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$216,611.87
Benefits
$517.20
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $228,495.63 | +5.2% |
| 2024 | $217,129.07 | -13.4% |
| 2023 | $250,791.91 | – |
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