Cananea Population 2026
Cananea has a population of 31,560, making it the #316 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Sonora. It is about 390× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,560
Rank in Mexico
#316
Coordinates
30.98°N, 110.30°W
~1,601 m elevation · America/Hermosillo
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
1,705 km
1,059 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sonora
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Hermosillo | 812,229 | #19 |
| Ciudad Obregón | 329,404 | #64 |
| Nogales | 264,782 | #76 |
| San Luis Río Colorado | 176,685 | #100 |
| Heroica Guaymas | 117,253 | #130 |
| Navojoa | 113,836 | #131 |
| Agua Prieta | 77,254 | #165 |
| Puerto Peñasco | 62,689 | #191 |
Cities near Cananea
- Nogales264,782 people · ~71 km away
- Magdalena de Kino26,605 people · ~75 km away
- Agua Prieta77,254 people · ~81 km away
- Heroica Caborca59,922 people · ~180 km away
- Hermosillo812,229 people · ~220 km away
- Nuevo Casas Grandes55,553 people · ~237 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cananea?
Cananea has a population of 31,560 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #316 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Cananea in?
Cananea is located in Sonora, Mexico.
Is Cananea the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 1,705 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.