Quebec City Population: 531,902 (2021) – 7th Largest in Canada

According to the **2021 Canadian Census**, the population of **Quebec City** (Ville de Québec) is **531,902**.

Metro Context

• CMA (Census Metropolitan Area): **839,311** (includes Lévis, Beauport, etc.).
• Rank: **7th largest city** in Canada (after Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Ottawa, Edmonton, Winnipeg).
• Capital: Of the province of **Quebec**.

Trends

• Growth: Steady increase (~0.8–1.0%/yr).
• Demographics: Older than national avg (median age ~44). **95%+ French-speaking** (mother tongue).
• Economy: Public admin, defence (Valcartier), tech (AI, gaming – Ubisoft, Beenox), insurance, tourism (Old Quebec UNESCO), port.

Comparison