Waterloo Population 2026
Waterloo has a population of 104,986, making it the #64 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Ontario. Roughly 0.3% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
104,986
Rank in Canada
#64
Coordinates
43.47°N, 80.52°W
~325 m elevation · America/Toronto
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
439 km
273 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ontario
Cities near Waterloo
FAQ
What is the population of Waterloo?
Waterloo has a population of 104,986 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #64 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Waterloo in?
Waterloo is located in Ontario, Canada.
Is Waterloo the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 439 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.