Brantford Population 2026
Brantford has a population of 104,688, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Ontario. Roughly 0.3% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
104,688
Rank in Canada
#66
Coordinates
43.13°N, 80.27°W
~200 m elevation · America/Toronto
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
443 km
275 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ontario
Cities near Brantford
FAQ
What is the population of Brantford?
Brantford has a population of 104,688 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Brantford in?
Brantford is located in Ontario, Canada.
Is Brantford the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 443 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.