Emiliano Zapata Population 2026
Emiliano Zapata has a population of 49,193, making it the #225 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Morelos. It is about 250× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,193
Rank in Mexico
#225
Coordinates
18.84°N, 99.18°W
~1,272 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
66 km
41 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Morelos
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Cuernavaca | 338,650 | #60 |
| Jiutepec | 215,357 | #89 |
| Cuautla | 157,336 | #112 |
| Yautepec | 105,780 | #134 |
| Temixco | 97,788 | #143 |
| Zacatepec | 21,586 | #465 |
| Puente de Ixtla | 21,098 | #469 |
| Xoxocotla | 21,074 | #471 |
Cities near Emiliano Zapata
- Tres de Mayo17,966 people · ~4 km away
- Temixco97,788 people · ~4 km away
- Jiutepec215,357 people · ~5 km away
- Xochitepec19,164 people · ~8 km away
- Cuernavaca338,650 people · ~11 km away
- Yautepec105,780 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Emiliano Zapata?
Emiliano Zapata has a population of 49,193 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #225 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Emiliano Zapata in?
Emiliano Zapata is located in Morelos, Mexico.
Is Emiliano Zapata the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 66 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.