Miramichi Population 2026
Miramichi has a population of 17,537, making it the #255 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in New Brunswick. It is about 159× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,537
Rank in Canada
#255
Coordinates
47.03°N, 65.50°W
~18 m elevation · America/Moncton
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
804 km
499 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Brunswick
| City | Population | Rank in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Moncton | 86,106 | #83 |
| Saint John | 71,808 | #95 |
| Fredericton | 63,116 | #103 |
| Dieppe | 27,304 | #185 |
| Riverview | 20,584 | #225 |
| Quispamsis | 18,768 | #244 |
| Edmundston | 16,580 | #273 |
| Lutes Mountain | 16,311 | #276 |
Cities near Miramichi
- Lutes Mountain16,311 people · ~109 km away
- Moncton86,106 people · ~117 km away
- Riverview20,584 people · ~120 km away
- Dieppe27,304 people · ~123 km away
- Fredericton63,116 people · ~150 km away
- Quispamsis18,768 people · ~182 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Miramichi?
Miramichi has a population of 17,537 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #255 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Miramichi in?
Miramichi is located in New Brunswick, Canada.
Is Miramichi the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 804 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.