Palaú Population 2026
Palaú has a population of 16,970, making it the #548 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Coahuila. It is about 724× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,970
Rank in Mexico
#548
Coordinates
27.89°N, 101.42°W
~433 m elevation · America/Monterrey
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
970 km
602 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Coahuila
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Torreón | 735,340 | #22 |
| Saltillo | 709,671 | #25 |
| Ciudad Acuña | 216,099 | #87 |
| Monclova | 215,271 | #90 |
| Piedras Negras | 150,178 | #115 |
| Frontera | 69,462 | #177 |
| Ramos Arizpe | 66,554 | #187 |
| Sabinas | 54,905 | #204 |
Cities near Palaú
- Ciudad Melchor Múzquiz35,060 people · ~9 km away
- Nueva Rosita38,158 people · ~21 km away
- Sabinas54,905 people · ~30 km away
- Allende20,694 people · ~75 km away
- Nava22,192 people · ~87 km away
- San Buenaventura20,480 people · ~93 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Palaú?
Palaú has a population of 16,970 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #548 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Palaú in?
Palaú is located in Coahuila, Mexico.
Is Palaú the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 970 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.