Surrey Population 2026
Surrey has a population of 568,322, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in British Columbia. 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)
568,322
Rank in Canada
#11
Coordinates
49.11°N, 122.83°W
~82 m elevation · America/Vancouver
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
3,522 km
2,187 miles, straight line
Other big cities in British Columbia
Cities near Surrey
FAQ
What is the population of Surrey?
Surrey has a population of 568,322 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Surrey in?
Surrey is located in British Columbia, Canada.
Is Surrey the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 3,522 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.