José Cardel Population 2026
José Cardel has a population of 19,092, making it the #502 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Veracruz. It is about 644× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,092
Rank in Mexico
#502
Coordinates
19.37°N, 96.37°W
~24 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
289 km
179 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Veracruz
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Veracruz | 428,323 | #44 |
| Xalapa de Enríquez | 424,755 | #45 |
| Coatzacoalcos | 310,698 | #66 |
| Córdoba | 204,721 | #91 |
| Poza Rica de Hidalgo | 185,242 | #98 |
| Orizaba | 123,182 | #126 |
| Minatitlán | 112,046 | #132 |
| Túxpam de Rodríguez Cano | 84,750 | #156 |
Cities near José Cardel
- Valente Diaz25,700 people · ~28 km away
- Veracruz428,323 people · ~32 km away
- Xalapa de Enríquez424,755 people · ~60 km away
- Coatepec53,621 people · ~63 km away
- Banderilla19,649 people · ~64 km away
- Xico18,652 people · ~67 km away
FAQ
What is the population of José Cardel?
José Cardel has a population of 19,092 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #502 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is José Cardel in?
José Cardel is located in Veracruz, Mexico.
Is José Cardel the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 289 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.