Lei Xu
Professor
Employer
University Of WaterlooProvince
OntarioYear
2023Sector
UniversitiesJob Title
ProfessorCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$230,323.86
+6.0% YoY
Career Earnings
$655,602.30
3 years on record
Career High
$230,323.86
in 2025
Average Annual
$218,534.10
+11% total growth
2023 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$207,638.28
Benefits
$358.40
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $230,323.86 | +6.0% |
| 2024 | $217,281.76 | +4.5% |
| 2023 | $207,996.68 | – |
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