Edmundston Population 2026
Edmundston has a population of 16,580, making it the #273 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in New Brunswick. It is about 169× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,580
Rank in Canada
#273
Coordinates
47.37°N, 68.33°W
~200 m elevation · America/Moncton
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
606 km
376 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Brunswick
| City | Population | Rank in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Moncton | 86,106 | #83 |
| Saint John | 71,808 | #95 |
| Fredericton | 63,116 | #103 |
| Dieppe | 27,304 | #185 |
| Riverview | 20,584 | #225 |
| Quispamsis | 18,768 | #244 |
| Miramichi | 17,537 | #255 |
| Lutes Mountain | 16,311 | #276 |
Cities near Edmundston
- Rivière-du-Loup18,586 people · ~104 km away
- Rimouski42,240 people · ~120 km away
- Fredericton63,116 people · ~203 km away
- Baie-Comeau21,536 people · ~205 km away
- Miramichi17,537 people · ~217 km away
- Lévis143,414 people · ~225 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Edmundston?
Edmundston has a population of 16,580 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #273 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Edmundston in?
Edmundston is located in New Brunswick, Canada.
Is Edmundston the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 606 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.