Cerro Azul Population 2026
Cerro Azul has a population of 22,268, making it the #451 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Veracruz. It is about 552× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,268
Rank in Mexico
#451
Coordinates
21.19°N, 97.74°W
~141 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
244 km
152 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Veracruz
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Veracruz | 428,323 | #44 |
| Xalapa de Enríquez | 424,755 | #45 |
| Coatzacoalcos | 310,698 | #66 |
| Córdoba | 204,721 | #91 |
| Poza Rica de Hidalgo | 185,242 | #98 |
| Orizaba | 123,182 | #126 |
| Minatitlán | 112,046 | #132 |
| Túxpam de Rodríguez Cano | 84,750 | #156 |
Cities near Cerro Azul
- Naranjos20,073 people · ~19 km away
- Álamo25,159 people · ~32 km away
- Alto Lucero15,011 people · ~41 km away
- Túxpam de Rodríguez Cano84,750 people · ~43 km away
- Tantoyuca30,587 people · ~53 km away
- Huejutla de Reyes40,015 people · ~71 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cerro Azul?
Cerro Azul has a population of 22,268 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #451 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Cerro Azul in?
Cerro Azul is located in Veracruz, Mexico.
Is Cerro Azul the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 244 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.