Las Margaritas Population 2026
Las Margaritas has a population of 20,786, making it the #475 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Chiapas. It is about 591× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,786
Rank in Mexico
#475
Coordinates
16.31°N, 91.98°W
~1,513 m elevation · America/Merida
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
832 km
517 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 Las Margaritas
FAQ
What is the population of Las Margaritas?
Las Margaritas has a population of 20,786 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #475 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Las Margaritas in?
Las Margaritas is located in Chiapas, Mexico.
Is Las Margaritas the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 832 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.