Cuernavaca Population 2026
Cuernavaca has a population of 338,650, making it the #60 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Morelos. Roughly 0.3% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
338,650
Rank in Mexico
#60
Coordinates
18.93°N, 99.23°W
~1,540 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
57 km
35 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Morelos
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Jiutepec | 215,357 | #89 |
| Cuautla | 157,336 | #112 |
| Yautepec | 105,780 | #134 |
| Temixco | 97,788 | #143 |
| Emiliano Zapata | 49,193 | #225 |
| Zacatepec | 21,586 | #465 |
| Puente de Ixtla | 21,098 | #469 |
| Xoxocotla | 21,074 | #471 |
Cities near Cuernavaca
- Tres de Mayo17,966 people · ~7 km away
- Jiutepec215,357 people · ~7 km away
- Temixco97,788 people · ~8 km away
- Emiliano Zapata49,193 people · ~11 km away
- Xochitepec19,164 people · ~16 km away
- Yautepec105,780 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cuernavaca?
Cuernavaca has a population of 338,650 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #60 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Cuernavaca in?
Cuernavaca is located in Morelos, Mexico.
Is Cuernavaca the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 57 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.