San Salvador El Seco Population 2026
San Salvador El Seco has a population of 17,263, making it the #542 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Puebla. It is about 712× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,263
Rank in Mexico
#542
Coordinates
19.13°N, 97.64°W
~2,437 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
159 km
99 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Puebla
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Puebla | 1,692,181 | #4 |
| Cholula | 292,881 | #72 |
| Tehuacán | 248,716 | #82 |
| San Martin Texmelucan de Labastida | 155,738 | #114 |
| Teziutlan | 103,583 | #137 |
| Amozoc de Mota | 95,322 | #145 |
| Atlixco | 86,690 | #151 |
| Huauchinango | 56,206 | #201 |
Cities near San Salvador El Seco
- Acatzingo25,811 people · ~22 km away
- Palmarito Tochapan17,213 people · ~26 km away
- Ciudad Serdán23,824 people · ~26 km away
- Los Reyes de Juárez16,683 people · ~27 km away
- Tecamachalco28,679 people · ~29 km away
- Acajete20,923 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Salvador El Seco?
San Salvador El Seco has a population of 17,263 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #542 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is San Salvador El Seco in?
San Salvador El Seco is located in Puebla, Mexico.
Is San Salvador El Seco the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 159 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.