Grande Prairie Population 2026
Grande Prairie has a population of 70,385, making it the #97 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Alberta. Roughly 0.2% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,385
Rank in Canada
#97
Coordinates
55.17°N, 118.80°W
~653 m elevation · America/Edmonton
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
3,189 km
1,980 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 |
| Fort McMurray | 66,573 | #99 |
| Medicine Hat | 63,138 | #102 |
Cities near Grande Prairie
- Fort St. John21,465 people · ~176 km away
- Prince George78,943 people · ~290 km away
- Stony Plain17,993 people · ~360 km away
- Spruce Grove38,985 people · ~365 km away
- St. Albert57,719 people · ~375 km away
- Edmonton1,010,899 people · ~389 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Grande Prairie?
Grande Prairie has a population of 70,385 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #97 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Grande Prairie in?
Grande Prairie is located in Alberta, Canada.
Is Grande Prairie the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 3,189 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.