Nunavut Cities by Population 2026
5 Most Populated Nunavut Cities
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2025 Pop. | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iqaluit | 8,723 | 8,612 | 1.29% |
| Arviat | 3,392 | 3,330 | 1.86% |
| Rankin Inlet | 3,378 | 3,336 | 1.26% |
| Igloolik | 2,506 | 2,444 | 2.54% |
| Baker Lake | 2,252 | 2,250 | 0.09% |
| Cambridge Bay | 1,943 | 1,931 | 0.62% |
| Pond Inlet | 1,780 | 1,765 | 0.85% |
| Cape Dorset | 1,618 | 1,600 | 1.12% |
| Pangnirtung | 1,600 | 1,603 | -0.19% |
| Kugluktuk | 1,531 | 1,529 | 0.13% |
| Gjoa Haven | 1,467 | 1,464 | 0.2% |
| Naujaat | 1,404 | 1,385 | 1.37% |
| Clyde River | 1,329 | 1,319 | 0.76% |
| Kugaaruk | 1,282 | 1,250 | 2.56% |
| Coral Harbour | 1,218 | 1,200 | 1.5% |
Nunavut Cities Overview
The largest city in Nunavut is Iqaluit, with a 2026 population of 8,723. Kugaaruk is the fastest growing city in Nunavut, having grown 2.56% annually between 2011 and 2016.