Edmonton Population 2026
Edmonton has a population of 1,010,899, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Alberta. Roughly 2.5% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 2.8× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,010,899
Rank in Canada
#5
Coordinates
53.55°N, 113.47°W
~668 m elevation · America/Edmonton
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
2,836 km
1,761 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alberta
| City | Population | Rank in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Calgary | 1,306,784 | #3 |
| Lethbridge | 103,197 | #68 |
| Red Deer | 100,844 | #72 |
| Airdrie | 90,044 | #78 |
| Sherwood Park | 70,618 | #96 |
| Grande Prairie | 70,385 | #97 |
| Fort McMurray | 66,573 | #99 |
| Medicine Hat | 63,138 | #102 |
Cities near Edmonton
- Sherwood Park70,618 people · ~11 km away
- St. Albert57,719 people · ~14 km away
- Spruce Grove38,985 people · ~30 km away
- Leduc15,561 people · ~32 km away
- Stony Plain17,993 people · ~35 km away
- Camrose20,405 people · ~73 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Edmonton?
Edmonton has a population of 1,010,899 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Edmonton in?
Edmonton is located in Alberta, Canada.
Is Edmonton the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 2,836 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.