Ocosingo Population 2026
Ocosingo has a population of 41,878, making it the #250 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Chiapas. It is about 294× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,878
Rank in Mexico
#250
Coordinates
16.91°N, 92.09°W
~882 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
794 km
493 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 Ocosingo
- Yajalón16,622 people · ~39 km away
- Teopisca16,240 people · ~57 km away
- San Cristóbal de las Casas215,874 people · ~61 km away
- Las Rosas18,817 people · ~67 km away
- Las Margaritas20,786 people · ~67 km away
- Palenque42,947 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ocosingo?
Ocosingo has a population of 41,878 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #250 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Ocosingo in?
Ocosingo is located in Chiapas, Mexico.
Is Ocosingo the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 794 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.