Hamilton Population 2026
Hamilton has a population of 569,353, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Ontario. Roughly 1.4% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 4.9× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
569,353
Rank in Canada
#10
Coordinates
43.25°N, 79.85°W
~95 m elevation · America/Toronto
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
408 km
253 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ontario
Cities near Hamilton
- Stoney Creek76,382 people · ~8 km away
- Waterdown24,400 people · ~10 km away
- Ancaster40,557 people · ~12 km away
- Burlington186,948 people · ~15 km away
- Oakville213,759 people · ~26 km away
- Milton132,979 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hamilton?
Hamilton has a population of 569,353 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Hamilton in?
Hamilton is located in Ontario, Canada.
Is Hamilton the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 408 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.