The province of British Columbia recorded a total population of 5,698,430 in 2024. Within this provincial total, the city of Kamloops had a population of 128,233, accounting for approximately 2.25% of British Columbia’s residents. Known for its vibrant economy, scenic beauty, and diverse community, Kamloops continues to see steady growth, supported by its role as a regional hub in the Thompson-Nicola region.
Kamloops City Statistics
- Population, 2021: 97,902
- Population, 2016: 90,280
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 8.4
- Total private dwellings: 41,619
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 39,914
- Population density per square kilometre: 328.6
- Land area in square kilometres: 297.93
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 4,260 | 4.6% |
| Chinese | 1,435 | 1.5% |
| Black | 985 | 1.1% |
| Filipino | 1,100 | 1.2% |
| Arab | 175 | 0.2% |
| Latin American | 490 | 0.5% |
| Southeast Asian | 310 | 0.3% |
| West Asian | 145 | 0.2% |
| Korean | 30 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 110 | 0.1% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 260 | 0.3% |
| Not a visible minority | 84,315 | 90.1% |
| Total | 93,615 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
The population of Kamloops in 2024 is 128,233.
Approximately 2.25% of BC’s population resides in Kamloops.
The median age is 40.6 years.
The South Asian community is the largest visible minority group, followed by Filipino and Chinese communities.
As of 2021, Kamloops had a population density of 20.2 persons per square kilometre.
Source:
- Statistics Canada. Table 17-10-0148-01 Population estimates, July 1, by census metropolitan area and census agglomeration, 2021 boundaries
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0005-01 Population and dwelling counts: Canada, provinces and territories, census metropolitan areas and census agglomerations
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0351-01 Visible minority by gender and age: Canada, provinces and territories

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