Abbotsford Population 2026
Abbotsford has a population of 141,397, making it the #45 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in British Columbia. Roughly 0.3% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
141,397
Rank in Canada
#45
Coordinates
49.06°N, 122.25°W
~114 m elevation · America/Vancouver
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
3,482 km
2,162 miles, straight line
Other big cities in British Columbia
Cities near Abbotsford
FAQ
What is the population of Abbotsford?
Abbotsford has a population of 141,397 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #45 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Abbotsford in?
Abbotsford is located in British Columbia, Canada.
Is Abbotsford the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 3,482 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.