Emiliano Zapata Population 2026
Emiliano Zapata has a population of 20,030, making it the #487 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Tabasco. It is about 614× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,030
Rank in Mexico
#487
Coordinates
17.74°N, 91.77°W
~27 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
798 km
496 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tabasco
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Villahermosa | 353,577 | #58 |
| Cárdenas | 91,558 | #148 |
| Paraiso | 86,632 | #152 |
| Comalcalco | 41,458 | #251 |
| Tenosique | 32,579 | #307 |
| Macuspana | 32,225 | #311 |
| Huimanguillo | 27,344 | #362 |
| Teapa | 26,548 | #372 |
Cities near Emiliano Zapata
FAQ
What is the population of Emiliano Zapata?
Emiliano Zapata has a population of 20,030 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #487 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Emiliano Zapata in?
Emiliano Zapata is located in Tabasco, Mexico.
Is Emiliano Zapata the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 798 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.