Motozintla Population 2026
Motozintla has a population of 23,755, making it the #418 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Chiapas. It is about 518× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,755
Rank in Mexico
#418
Coordinates
15.37°N, 92.25°W
~1,300 m elevation · America/Merida
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
858 km
533 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 Motozintla
- Huixtla32,033 people · ~34 km away
- Comalapa18,704 people · ~35 km away
- Cacahoatán16,572 people · ~43 km away
- Tapachula353,706 people · ~51 km away
- Mapastepec17,931 people · ~70 km away
- Comitán166,178 people · ~98 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Motozintla?
Motozintla has a population of 23,755 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #418 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Motozintla in?
Motozintla is located in Chiapas, Mexico.
Is Motozintla the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 858 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.