Saltillo Population 2026
Saltillo has a population of 709,671, making it the #25 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Coahuila. Roughly 0.5% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
709,671
Rank in Mexico
#25
Coordinates
25.43°N, 100.98°W
~1,578 m elevation · America/Monterrey
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
693 km
430 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Coahuila
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Torreón | 735,340 | #22 |
| 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 |
| Matamoros | 52,233 | #214 |
Cities near Saltillo
- Ramos Arizpe66,554 people · ~13 km away
- García93,641 people · ~57 km away
- Santa Catarina304,052 people · ~59 km away
- San Pedro Garza García132,128 people · ~63 km away
- Parque Industrial Ciudad Mitras18,312 people · ~67 km away
- Mitras Poniente18,246 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Saltillo?
Saltillo has a population of 709,671 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Saltillo in?
Saltillo is located in Coahuila, Mexico.
Is Saltillo the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 693 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.