Cambridge Population 2026
Cambridge has a population of 129,920, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Ontario. Roughly 0.3% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
129,920
Rank in Canada
#51
Coordinates
43.36°N, 80.31°W
~272 m elevation · America/Toronto
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
432 km
268 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ontario
Cities near Cambridge
FAQ
What is the population of Cambridge?
Cambridge has a population of 129,920 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Cambridge in?
Cambridge is located in Ontario, Canada.
Is Cambridge the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 432 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.