Palenque Population 2026
Palenque has a population of 42,947, making it the #243 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Chiapas. It is about 286× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,947
Rank in Mexico
#243
Coordinates
17.51°N, 91.98°W
~94 m elevation · America/Merida
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
783 km
486 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 |
| Cintalapa de Figueroa | 42,467 | #247 |
| Ocosingo | 41,878 | #250 |
Cities near Palenque
- Emiliano Zapata20,030 people · ~34 km away
- Yajalón16,622 people · ~53 km away
- Tenosique32,579 people · ~59 km away
- Ocosingo41,878 people · ~68 km away
- Macuspana32,225 people · ~71 km away
- Río de Teapa26,500 people · ~102 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Palenque?
Palenque has a population of 42,947 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #243 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Palenque in?
Palenque is located in Chiapas, Mexico.
Is Palenque the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 783 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.