Frontera Population 2026
Frontera has a population of 69,462, making it the #177 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Coahuila. Roughly 0.1% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 177× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
69,462
Rank in Mexico
#177
Coordinates
26.93°N, 101.45°W
~592 m elevation · America/Monterrey
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
867 km
538 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Coahuila
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Torreón | 735,340 | #22 |
| Saltillo | 709,671 | #25 |
| Ciudad Acuña | 216,099 | #87 |
| Monclova | 215,271 | #90 |
| Piedras Negras | 150,178 | #115 |
| Ramos Arizpe | 66,554 | #187 |
| Sabinas | 54,905 | #204 |
| Matamoros | 52,233 | #214 |
Cities near Frontera
- Monclova215,271 people · ~4 km away
- Castaños23,649 people · ~16 km away
- San Buenaventura20,480 people · ~18 km away
- Ciudad Melchor Múzquiz35,060 people · ~106 km away
- Palaú16,970 people · ~107 km away
- Sabinas54,905 people · ~108 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Frontera?
Frontera has a population of 69,462 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #177 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Frontera in?
Frontera is located in Coahuila, Mexico.
Is Frontera the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 867 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.