Halifax Population 2026
Halifax has a population of 471,559, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Nova Scotia. Roughly 1.2% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 5.9× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
471,559
Rank in Canada
#13
Coordinates
44.64°N, 63.58°W
~60 m elevation · America/Halifax
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
956 km
594 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nova Scotia
| City | Population | Rank in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 105,968 | #62 |
| Dartmouth | 101,343 | #71 |
| Lower Sackville | 51,749 | #115 |
| Bedford | 21,474 | #216 |
| New Glasgow | 18,665 | #245 |
| Glace Bay | 16,915 | #267 |
Cities near Halifax
- Dartmouth101,343 people · ~3 km away
- Bedford21,474 people · ~12 km away
- Lower Sackville51,749 people · ~17 km away
- New Glasgow18,665 people · ~127 km away
- Charlottetown38,809 people · ~180 km away
- Dieppe27,304 people · ~182 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Halifax?
Halifax has a population of 471,559 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Halifax in?
Halifax is located in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Is Halifax the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 956 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.