Chichén-Itzá Population 2026
Chichén-Itzá has a population of 18,000, making it the #527 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Yucatán. It is about 683× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,000
Rank in Mexico
#527
Coordinates
20.67°N, 88.57°W
~27 m elevation · America/Merida
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
1,112 km
691 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yucatán
Cities near Chichén-Itzá
FAQ
What is the population of Chichén-Itzá?
Chichén-Itzá has a population of 18,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #527 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Chichén-Itzá in?
Chichén-Itzá is located in Yucatán, Mexico.
Is Chichén-Itzá the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 1,112 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.