Huixtla Population 2026
Huixtla has a population of 32,033, making it the #313 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Chiapas. It is about 384× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,033
Rank in Mexico
#313
Coordinates
15.14°N, 92.46°W
~52 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
853 km
530 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chiapas
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Tuxtla | 604,147 | #31 |
| Tapachula | 353,706 | #57 |
| San Cristóbal de las Casas | 215,874 | #88 |
| Comitán | 166,178 | #107 |
| Pijijiapan | 50,079 | #222 |
| Chiapa de Corzo | 45,077 | #236 |
| Palenque | 42,947 | #243 |
| Cintalapa de Figueroa | 42,467 | #247 |
Cities near Huixtla
- Tapachula353,706 people · ~34 km away
- Motozintla23,755 people · ~34 km away
- Cacahoatán16,572 people · ~36 km away
- Mapastepec17,931 people · ~57 km away
- Comalapa18,704 people · ~67 km away
- Pijijiapan50,079 people · ~100 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Huixtla?
Huixtla has a population of 32,033 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #313 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Huixtla in?
Huixtla is located in Chiapas, Mexico.
Is Huixtla the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 853 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.