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Public sector salaries in Northumberland County
633 people at 11 public employers based in Northumberland County were paid $100,000 or more in 2025. This area includes the cities inside it.
People on the 2025 list
633
+19.2% vs 2024
Median salary
$118,411
+0.5% vs 2024
Total salaries
$79.6M
Employers
11
Everyone in Northumberland County, 2025
The 25 highest paid, then everyone at the employers based in Northumberland County, 200 at a time.
Top 25 of 633
| # | Name | Employer | Salary | Benefits | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Susan WalshChief Executive Officer | Northumberland Hills Hospital | $320,651 | $1,393 | +$70,651 (+28.3%) |
| 2 | Jennifer MooreChief Administrative Officer | County Of Northumberland | $290,283 | $996 | +$24,803 (+9.3%) |
| 3 | Jeffrey HohenkerkPresident and Chief Executive Officer | Campbellford Memorial Hospital | $252,288 | $2,036 | |
| 4 | Tracey VaughanChief Administrative Officer | Town Of Cobourg | $245,151 | $2,051 | +$42,664 (+21.1%) |
| 5 | Paul VandegraafChief of Police | Town Of Cobourg | $220,369 | $917 | +$20,808 (+10.4%) |
| 6 | John LinneyStaff Sergeant | Town Of Cobourg | $216,190 | $556 | +$35,662 (+19.8%) |
| 7 | Scott BambridgeStaff Sergeant | Town Of Cobourg | $215,872 | $556 | +$21,283 (+10.9%) |
| 8 | Kate ZimmermanVice President of Integrated Care and Chief Nursing Executive | Northumberland Hills Hospital | $215,335 | $897 | +$33,262 (+18.3%) |
| 9 | Lola ObomighieVice President Culture, People and Organizational Effectiveness | Northumberland Hills Hospital | $215,335 | $897 | +$33,645 (+18.5%) |
| 10 | Judy FlemingVice President Digital Health Analytics, Chief Clinical Information Officer | Northumberland Hills Hospital | $215,335 | $897 | +$33,645 (+18.5%) |
| 11 | Glenn DeesActing Chief Administrative Officer | County Of Northumberland | $214,367 | $928 | +$14,499 (+7.3%) |
| 12 | Jeffrey HaskinsDeputy Chief of Police | Town Of Cobourg | $212,549 | $912 | +$34,186 (+19.2%) |
| 13 | Jennifer GillardVice President Patient Experience, Public Affairs and Strategic Partnerships | Northumberland Hills Hospital | $210,275 | $897 | +$46,853 (+28.7%) |
| 14 | Elana ArthursChief Administrative Officer | Municipality Of Brighton | $198,353 | $1,078 | +$75,321 (+61.2%) |
| 15 | Denise MarshallDirector, Public Works | County Of Northumberland | $198,019 | $996 | +$12,608 (+6.8%) |
| 16 | Timothy FarquharsonPolice Chief | Municipality Of Port Hope Police Services Board | $195,545 | $6,958 | +$6,293 (+3.3%) |
| 17 | C. Brent LarmerDirector, Legislative Services/Municipal Clerk | Town Of Cobourg | $191,627 | $1,403 | +$14,954 (+8.5%) |
| 18 | Leanne RoseRegistered Nurse | Campbellford Memorial Hospital | $190,133 | $930 | +$1,845 (+1.0%) |
| 19 | Damien CunninghamConstable | Town Of Cobourg | $185,158 | $1,492 | +$3,645 (+2.0%) |
| 20 | Adam KolisnykVice President, Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer | Campbellford Memorial Hospital | $180,879 | $1,915 | +$49,968 (+38.2%) |
| 21 | Lisa AinsworthDirector Corporate Services | County Of Northumberland | $180,724 | $996 | +$4,783 (+2.7%) |
| 22 | Kathleen CampbellDirector, Communications and Information Technology | County Of Northumberland | $180,724 | $996 | +$4,850 (+2.8%) |
| 23 | Darrell MastMunicipal Solicitor | County Of Northumberland | $180,724 | $816 | +$4,583 (+2.6%) |
| 24 | Susan BrownChief of Paramedics | County Of Northumberland | $180,723 | $891 | −$1,146 (−0.6%) |
| 25 | Alanna ClarkAdministrator Golden Plough Lodge | County Of Northumberland | $180,577 | $996 | +$17,762 (+10.9%) |
Employers based in Northumberland County
Hospitals & Boards of Public Health
Northumberland Hills Hospital
219people, 2025
$116,654median salary
since 20032025
Municipalities & Services
County Of Northumberland
148people, 2025
$117,332median salary
since 20032025
Municipalities & Services
Town Of Cobourg
100people, 2025
$126,919median salary
since 20042025
Hospitals & Boards of Public Health
Campbellford Memorial Hospital
60people, 2025
$117,609median salary
since 19962025
Municipalities & Services
Municipality Of Port Hope
37people, 2025
$126,125median salary
since 20052025
Municipalities & Services
Municipality Of Brighton
24people, 2025
$128,335median salary
since 20092025
Municipalities & Services
Municipality Of Port Hope Police Services Board
22people, 2025
$134,675median salary
since 20162025
Municipalities & Services
Municipality Of Trent Hills
12people, 2025
$119,388median salary
since 20082025
| Employer | People | Median | Placed by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northumberland Hills HospitalHospitals & Boards of Public Health | 219 | $116,654 | in Cobourg |
| County Of NorthumberlandMunicipalities & Services | 148 | $117,332 | its name |
| Town Of CobourgMunicipalities & Services | 100 | $126,919 | in Cobourg |
| Campbellford Memorial HospitalHospitals & Boards of Public Health | 60 | $117,609 | in Trent Hills |
| Municipality Of Port HopeMunicipalities & Services | 37 | $126,125 | in Port Hope |
| Municipality Of BrightonMunicipalities & Services | 24 | $128,335 | in Brighton |
| Municipality Of Port Hope Police Services BoardMunicipalities & Services | 22 | $134,675 | in Port Hope |
| Municipality Of Trent HillsMunicipalities & Services | 12 | $119,388 | in Trent Hills |
| Township Of Alnwick/HaldimandMunicipalities & Services | 5 | $116,662 | in Alnwick/Haldimand |
| Township Of CramaheMunicipalities & Services | 5 | $108,370 | in Cramahe |
| Municipality of Port Hope Public Library BoardMunicipalities & Services | 1 | $130,008 | in Port Hope |
Cities in Northumberland County
| City | People | Median | Employers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobourg | 319 | $118,054 | 2 |
| Trent Hills | 72 | $117,609 | 2 |
| Port Hope | 60 | $129,935 | 3 |
| Brighton | 24 | $128,335 | 1 |
| Alnwick/Haldimand | 5 | $116,662 | 1 |
| Cramahe | 5 | $108,370 | 1 |
Most common jobs
People with each title, 2025.
By sector
| Sector | People | Employers |
|---|---|---|
| Municipalities & Services | 354 | 9 |
| Hospitals & Boards of Public Health | 279 | 2 |
People on the list by year
633 +19.2%
Show as a table
| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 44 |
| 2009 | 47 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2011 | 66 |
| 2012 | 77 |
| 2013 | 89 |
| 2014 | 114 |
| 2015 | 119 |
| 2016 | 141 |
| 2017 | 161 |
| 2018 | 184 |
| 2019 | 196 |
| 2020 | 280 |
| 2021 | 255 |
| 2022 | 301 |
| 2023 | 438 |
| 2024 | 531 |
| 2025 | 633 |
Median salary by year
Northumberland County medianOntario median
$123K$118K +0.5%
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| Year | Northumberland County | Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | $108,000 | $113,423 |
| 1997 | $108,000 | $113,833 |
| 1998 | $109,390 | $112,006 |
| 1999 | $104,998 | $112,914 |
| 2000 | $105,709 | $113,847 |
| 2001 | $115,801 | |
| 2002 | $110,200 | $116,976 |
| 2003 | $115,880 | $115,350 |
| 2004 | $122,912 | $115,563 |
| 2005 | $117,649 | $115,652 |
| 2006 | $117,251 | $116,135 |
| 2007 | $108,638 | $115,813 |
| 2008 | $105,641 | $115,001 |
| 2009 | $109,475 | $115,274 |
| 2010 | $109,139 | $115,250 |
| 2011 | $112,892 | $115,352 |
| 2012 | $112,356 | $115,302 |
| 2013 | $111,750 | $115,414 |
| 2014 | $112,472 | $115,782 |
| 2015 | $114,023 | $115,332 |
| 2016 | $111,783 | $115,440 |
| 2017 | $110,665 | $115,881 |
| 2018 | $112,605 | $115,487 |
| 2019 | $113,264 | $115,284 |
| 2020 | $111,220 | $113,876 |
| 2021 | $114,143 | $111,295 |
| 2022 | $115,243 | $112,439 |
| 2023 | $117,542 | $115,292 |
| 2024 | $117,830 | $125,365 |
| 2025 | $118,411 | $122,262 |
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Questions and answers
How many public employees in Northumberland County are paid $100,000 or more?
633 people at 11 employers based in Northumberland County were on the 2025 list, +19.2% on 2024.
What is the median public sector salary in Northumberland County?
$118,411 among the people on the 2025 list at employers based in Northumberland County, against $122,262 for all of Ontario.
Who is the highest-paid public employee in Northumberland County?
In 2025, Susan Walsh, Chief Executive Officer at Northumberland Hills Hospital, with a salary of $320,651.
Which employer in Northumberland County has the most people on the list?
Northumberland Hills Hospital, with 219 people in 2025.
Which employers count as being in Northumberland County?
Those placed in this area by their name, by where their schools or hospital sites are, or by their main campus. Province-wide employers are not placed, so people who live or work in Northumberland County for a ministry, Ontario Power Generation or the OPP are not counted here.
Why is someone not on the list?
Only people paid $100,000 or more in the year are listed, and only by the public employers the Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act, 1996 covers. Someone paid less that year, or working elsewhere, does not appear.