Swift Current Population 2026
Swift Current has a population of 16,604, making it the #272 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Saskatchewan. It is about 168× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,604
Rank in Canada
#272
Coordinates
50.28°N, 107.80°W
~742 m elevation · America/Swift_Current
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
2,436 km
1,513 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saskatchewan
| City | Population | Rank in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Saskatoon | 266,141 | #21 |
| Regina | 226,404 | #26 |
| Prince Albert | 35,102 | #152 |
| Moose Jaw | 33,890 | #159 |
| North Battleford | 19,440 | #235 |
| Yorkton | 16,343 | #275 |
Cities near Swift Current
- Moose Jaw33,890 people · ~161 km away
- Medicine Hat63,138 people · ~207 km away
- Saskatoon266,141 people · ~220 km away
- Regina226,404 people · ~227 km away
- North Battleford19,440 people · ~280 km away
- Prince Albert35,102 people · ~353 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Swift Current?
Swift Current has a population of 16,604 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #272 biggest city in Canada.
What region is Swift Current in?
Swift Current is located in Saskatchewan, Canada.
Is Swift Current the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 2,436 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.