Fredericton Population 2026
Fredericton has a population of 63,116, making it the #103 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in New Brunswick. Roughly 0.2% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
63,116
Rank in Canada
#103
Coordinates
45.95°N, 66.67°W
~110 m elevation · America/Moncton
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
704 km
437 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Brunswick
| City | Population | Rank in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Moncton | 86,106 | #83 |
| Saint John | 71,808 | #95 |
| Dieppe | 27,304 | #185 |
| Riverview | 20,584 | #225 |
| Quispamsis | 18,768 | #244 |
| Miramichi | 17,537 | #255 |
| Edmundston | 16,580 | #273 |
| Lutes Mountain | 16,311 | #276 |
Cities near Fredericton
- Quispamsis18,768 people · ~80 km away
- Saint John71,808 people · ~89 km away
- Saint John West15,255 people · ~89 km away
- Lutes Mountain16,311 people · ~138 km away
- Riverview20,584 people · ~143 km away
- Moncton86,106 people · ~145 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fredericton?
Fredericton has a population of 63,116 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #103 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Fredericton in?
Fredericton is located in New Brunswick, Canada.
Is Fredericton the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 704 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.