Chilapa de Álvarez Population 2026
Chilapa de Álvarez has a population of 31,157, making it the #319 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Guerrero. It is about 395× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,157
Rank in Mexico
#319
Coordinates
17.60°N, 99.17°W
~1,406 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
203 km
126 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guerrero
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Acapulco de Juárez | 658,609 | #27 |
| Chilpancingo | 187,251 | #96 |
| Iguala de la Independencia | 118,468 | #128 |
| Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo | 67,408 | #184 |
| Taxco de Alarcón | 50,399 | #220 |
| Tlapa de Comonfort | 46,975 | #233 |
| Ciudad Altamirano | 25,168 | #395 |
| Zumpango del Río | 24,719 | #401 |
Cities near Chilapa de Álvarez
- Tixtla de Guerrero22,826 people · ~24 km away
- Chilpancingo187,251 people · ~35 km away
- Zumpango del Río24,719 people · ~38 km away
- Tlapa de Comonfort46,975 people · ~64 km away
- Ayutla de los Libres15,370 people · ~71 km away
- Ciudad de Huitzuco17,475 people · ~80 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chilapa de Álvarez?
Chilapa de Álvarez has a population of 31,157 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #319 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Chilapa de Álvarez in?
Chilapa de Álvarez is located in Guerrero, Mexico.
Is Chilapa de Álvarez the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 203 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.