Fort McMurray Population 2026
Fort McMurray has a population of 66,573, making it the #99 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Alberta. Roughly 0.2% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
66,573
Rank in Canada
#99
Coordinates
56.73°N, 111.38°W
~258 m elevation · America/Edmonton
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
2,750 km
1,708 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alberta
| City | Population | Rank in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Calgary | 1,306,784 | #3 |
| Edmonton | 1,010,899 | #5 |
| Lethbridge | 103,197 | #68 |
| Red Deer | 100,844 | #72 |
| Airdrie | 90,044 | #78 |
| Sherwood Park | 70,618 | #96 |
| Grande Prairie | 70,385 | #97 |
| Medicine Hat | 63,138 | #102 |
Cities near Fort McMurray
- St. Albert57,719 people · ~373 km away
- Edmonton1,010,899 people · ~377 km away
- Sherwood Park70,618 people · ~378 km away
- Spruce Grove38,985 people · ~390 km away
- Stony Plain17,993 people · ~392 km away
- Lloydminster31,582 people · ~394 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fort McMurray?
Fort McMurray has a population of 66,573 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #99 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Fort McMurray in?
Fort McMurray is located in Alberta, Canada.
Is Fort McMurray the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 2,750 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.