Contla Population 2026
Contla has a population of 27,610, making it the #357 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Tlaxcala. It is about 445× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,610
Rank in Mexico
#357
Coordinates
19.33°N, 98.17°W
~2,327 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
101 km
63 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tlaxcala
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Tlaxcala | 84,670 | #157 |
| Villa Vicente Guerrero | 60,001 | #197 |
| Huamantla | 51,996 | #216 |
| Apizaco | 49,506 | #224 |
| Santa Ana Chiautempan | 48,030 | #231 |
| Zacatelco | 42,150 | #249 |
| Calpulalpan | 33,263 | #301 |
| Papalotla | 22,969 | #436 |
Cities near Contla
- Santa Ana Chiautempan48,030 people · ~3 km away
- La Magdalena Tlaltelulco16,834 people · ~6 km away
- Tlaxcala84,670 people · ~8 km away
- Apizaco49,506 people · ~10 km away
- Teolocholco16,240 people · ~10 km away
- Tetla15,161 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Contla?
Contla has a population of 27,610 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #357 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Contla in?
Contla is located in Tlaxcala, Mexico.
Is Contla the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 101 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.