Matehuala Population 2026
Matehuala has a population of 77,328, making it the #164 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in San Luis Potosí. Roughly 0.1% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 159× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
77,328
Rank in Mexico
#164
Coordinates
23.65°N, 100.64°W
~1,581 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
495 km
307 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San Luis Potosí
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| San Luis Potosí | 722,772 | #23 |
| Soledad de Graciano Sánchez | 332,072 | #63 |
| Ciudad Valles | 124,644 | #125 |
| Rioverde | 53,128 | #212 |
| Ciudad Fernández | 32,006 | #314 |
| Tamazunchale | 24,562 | #402 |
| Ébano | 24,296 | #407 |
| Salinas de Hidalgo | 16,821 | #551 |
Cities near Matehuala
- Ciudad Victoria332,100 people · ~153 km away
- Salinas de Hidalgo16,821 people · ~158 km away
- Soledad de Graciano Sánchez332,072 people · ~165 km away
- San Luis Potosí722,772 people · ~170 km away
- Linares70,378 people · ~173 km away
- Montemorelos67,428 people · ~190 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Matehuala?
Matehuala has a population of 77,328 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #164 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Matehuala in?
Matehuala is located in San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
Is Matehuala the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 495 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.