Cabo San Lucas Population 2026
Cabo San Lucas has a population of 202,694, making it the #92 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Baja California Sur. Roughly 0.2% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 61× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
202,694
Rank in Mexico
#92
Coordinates
22.89°N, 109.91°W
~11 m elevation · America/Mazatlan
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
1,182 km
734 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Baja California Sur
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| La Paz | 250,141 | #81 |
| San José del Cabo | 136,285 | #121 |
| Colonia del Sol | 48,032 | #230 |
| Ciudad Constitución | 40,935 | #253 |
Cities near Cabo San Lucas
- Colonia del Sol48,032 people · ~3 km away
- San José del Cabo136,285 people · ~28 km away
- La Paz250,141 people · ~145 km away
- Ciudad Constitución40,935 people · ~297 km away
- Navolato29,153 people · ~307 km away
- Licenciado Benito Juárez24,185 people · ~311 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cabo San Lucas?
Cabo San Lucas has a population of 202,694 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #92 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Cabo San Lucas in?
Cabo San Lucas is located in Baja California Sur, Mexico.
Is Cabo San Lucas the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 1,182 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.