San José del Cabo Population 2026
San José del Cabo has a population of 136,285, making it the #121 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Baja California Sur. Roughly 0.1% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 90× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
136,285
Rank in Mexico
#121
Coordinates
23.05°N, 109.70°W
~34 m elevation · America/Mazatlan
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
1,167 km
725 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Baja California Sur
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| La Paz | 250,141 | #81 |
| Cabo San Lucas | 202,694 | #92 |
| Colonia del Sol | 48,032 | #230 |
| Ciudad Constitución | 40,935 | #253 |
Cities near San José del Cabo
- Colonia del Sol48,032 people · ~28 km away
- Cabo San Lucas202,694 people · ~28 km away
- La Paz250,141 people · ~136 km away
- Navolato29,153 people · ~279 km away
- Licenciado Benito Juárez24,185 people · ~283 km away
- Costa Rica24,874 people · ~291 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San José del Cabo?
San José del Cabo has a population of 136,285 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #121 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is San José del Cabo in?
San José del Cabo is located in Baja California Sur, Mexico.
Is San José del Cabo the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 1,167 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.